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Coconut Lentil Vegetarian Stew

Best Creamy Coconut Lentil Vegetarian Stew for Cozy Nights

This Coconut Lentil Vegetarian Stew is a comforting dish full of creamy richness and warm spices, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew Base
  • 1 cup red lentils choose split red lentils for quick cooking
  • 1 can coconut milk full-fat for richness
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
Spices and Flavorings
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 tablespoon ginger freshly grated
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes optional
Vegetable Add-ins
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 cups spinach or kale stirred in at the end
  • 1 medium tomato chopped, optional
Finishing Touches
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice squeeze at the end

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil, cook onion, garlic, and ginger until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Toast Spices: Add ground cumin, turmeric, coriander, and a pinch of red chili flakes to the pot; stir constantly for 1 minute.
  3. Add Lentils & Liquids: Stir in red lentils, coconut milk, and vegetable broth; raise heat to medium-high until it bubbles.
  4. Simmer Stew: Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 20 minutes until lentils are tender and it thickens.
  5. Add Vegetables: Stir in diced carrots and chopped tomatoes; cook uncovered for 10 minutes until carrots are just tender.
  6. Finish with Greens: Stir in spinach or kale; cover briefly and simmer for 2 minutes until greens wilt.
  7. Season & Serve: Stir in lime juice, adjust salt and pepper, ladle into bowls, and garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Optional: Add a dollop of yogurt for a tangy finish.

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