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Lentil and Vegetable Curry

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Lentil and vegetable curry is a hearty, plant-based dish made with lentils, mixed vegetables, and warm spices simmered in a rich coconut curry sauce. It’s comforting, healthy, and full of flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dry red or green lentils, rinsed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 potatoes, diced
  • 2 cups cauliflower florets
  • 2 cups spinach or kale, chopped
  • 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
  • 3 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Lime or lemon juice (optional, for serving)
  • Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
  • Cooked rice or naan, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until soft.
  2. Add garlic and ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in curry powder, cumin, turmeric, coriander, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
  4. Add carrots, potatoes, and cauliflower. Stir to coat in the spice mixture.
  5. Add rinsed lentils, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes until lentils and vegetables are tender.
  6. Stir in coconut milk and chopped spinach or kale. Simmer for another 5 minutes until greens are wilted and curry is creamy.
  7. Adjust seasoning. Add lime or lemon juice if desired. Serve hot over rice or with naan. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • Use red lentils for a softer texture or green lentils for a firmer bite.
  • Simmer uncovered at the end to thicken the curry.
  • Frozen vegetables can be used—add them toward the end of cooking.
  • Add chili flakes or fresh chili for more heat.
  • Stir in chickpeas for added protein and texture.

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