Trending Vegan Lunch: Coconut Lentil Curry

Perfect for: Lunch, dinner, or meal prep

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins | Serves: 3

Introduction

This Coconut Lentil Curry is one of the most-loved vegan comfort dishes worldwide. It’s creamy, mildly spiced, and packed with plant protein and fiber.

Made with red lentils, coconut milk, and aromatic spices, it’s a simple one-pot recipe that’s both satisfying and nourishing. Pair it with brown rice or quinoa for a wholesome vegan meal that supports fat loss while keeping you full for hours.

Ingredients

For the Curry:

• 1 cup red lentils (masoor dal), rinsed

• 1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1-inch ginger, grated

• 1 tomato, chopped

• 1 cup coconut milk

• 2 cups water or vegetable broth

• 1 tsp turmeric powder

• 1 tsp curry powder

• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds

• Salt to taste

• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Optional (for serving):

• Cooked brown rice or quinoa

• Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

2. Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until soft.

3. Add tomato and cook until it breaks down.

4. Add turmeric, curry powder, and salt. Stir well.

5. Add lentils and water/broth, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15–20 minutes until lentils are soft.

6. Stir in coconut milk and cook for 5 more minutes on low heat.

7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with rice or quinoa.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 410

• Protein: 18g

• Carbs: 45g

• Fat: 12g

• Fiber: 9g

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