Description
A creamy, hearty, and healthy vegan soup made with red lentils, coconut milk, and fresh spinach. Ready in just 30 minutes, this 5-ingredient meal is perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (200g) dried red lentils
- 1 can (400ml) full-fat coconut milk
- 3 cups (720ml) vegetable broth
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 2 large handfuls (100g) fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon oil (coconut or olive oil)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils under cold water in a colander and pick through to remove any debris.
- Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
- Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the curry powder, cumin, and turmeric. Stir and cook for 30-60 seconds to bloom the spices.
- Add the rinsed lentils, coconut milk, and vegetable broth. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, partially cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender and breaking down.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, coconut cream, or a squeeze of lime.
Notes
Red lentils cook faster than green or brown lentils and create a creamy texture. Rinse lentils thoroughly. Bloom spices in oil for deeper flavor. Add lime juice at the end to preserve brightness. Soup thickens in the fridge; add liquid when reheating. Tastes better the next day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 12
- Protein: 18
Keywords: vegan, coconut curry, lentil soup, healthy dinner, meal prep, gluten-free, dairy-free, quick recipes, comfort food