Craving a delectable and nourishing meal that tantalizes your taste buds? Look no further than curried lentils with sweet potatoes and spinach. This culinary masterpiece combines the earthy flavors of lentils, the natural sweetness of potatoes, and the vibrant freshness of spinach, all enveloped in a fragrant curry sauce. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that promises a medley of textures, vibrant colors, and an explosion of flavors in every bite.
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RED CURRY LENTILS WITH SWEET POTATOES AND SPINACH
In this vegetarian main inspired by Indian dal, lentils are cooked with an aromatic blend of Thai spices - fresh ginger, turmeric, red curry paste and chile - then simmered in coconut milk until fall-apart tender. Browning the sweet potatoes before cooking them with the lentils brings out their sweetness, balancing the heat from the chile and curry paste, while baby spinach tossed in just before serving adds fresh flavor. Serve over steamed white or brown rice, or with toasted flatbread on the side.
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories dinner, easy, vegetables, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven or pot, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high. Add the sweet potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned all over, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer the browned sweet potatoes to a plate and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pot and set the heat to medium-low. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the curry paste, garlic, ginger, chile and turmeric, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the lentils, stock, salt and browned sweet potatoes to the pot and bring to a boil over high. Lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are just tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Add the coconut milk and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has reduced and the lentils are creamy and falling apart, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Add the spinach and stir until just wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Off the heat, stir in the lime juice and season with salt to taste.
- Divide among shallow bowls and top with cilantro and coconut flakes, if using.
CURRIED LENTILS WITH SWEET POTATOES AND SPINACH
Provided by Delicious Living Contributor
Yield 4 people
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a medium pot; add onion and garlic and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in curry powder, ginger, and cumin and cook for 1 minute. Stir in lentils and broth; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes. Add sweet potatoes, cover, and cook for 10 minutes longer, until water is absorbed and sweet potatoes are just tender. Stir in baby spinach and cook for 1 minute longer, until spinach is just wilted. Add salt and adjust seasonings to taste.
- Transfer to four serving bowls and top each with 1/4 cup yogurt and 2 tablespoons chopped almonds. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 392 kcal, SaturatedFat 2 g, Carbohydrate 54 g, Fiber 20 g, Protein 20 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 291 mg
RED CURRY LENTILS WITH SWEET POTATOES & SPINACH
Red lentils are sweeter and softer than other lentils, that is, they cook up to form a splendid base for the vegetables. They need no pre-soaking and cooking time is shorter.
Provided by Jean Carnahan
Categories Vegetarian
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven or pot, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high. Add the sweet potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned all over, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer the browned sweet potatoes to a plate and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pot and set the heat to medium-low. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the curry paste, garlic, ginger, chile and turmeric, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the lentils, stock, salt and browned sweet potatoes to the pot and bring to a boil over high. Lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are just tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Add the coconut milk and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has reduced and the lentils are creamy and falling apart, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Add the spinach and stir until just wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Off the heat, stir in the lime juice and season with salt to taste.
- Serve over rice and top with cilantro and coconut flakes, if desired.
CURRIED LENTILS WITH SWEET POTATOES AND SPINACH
My mother-in-law shared this with me (by way of deliciousliving.com), and it sure is a keeper. One of the tastiest ways I know to get your daily vitamins! The recipe calls for fresh spinach, but I used frozen (thawed out) and it worked fine. I'll fix this without the almonds next time, but that's just a matter of preference. We made this gluten free by using a gluten free broth, and GF yogurt. Mmmm, I can't wait to see how the leftovers taste tomorrow!
Provided by GreenFish
Categories Curries
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a medium pot.
- Add onion and garlic and saute until soft; about 5 minutes.
- Stir in curry powder, ginger and cumin, and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in lentils and broth; bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
- Add sweet potatoes, cover, and cook for 10 minues longer, untiil water is absobed and sweet potatoes are just tender.
- Stir in baby spinach and cook for 1 minute longer, until spinach is just wilted. Add salt and adjust seasonings to taste.
- Transfer to bowls and top each with 1/4 cup yogurt and 2 tbsp chopped almonds. Best when piping hot.
LENTIL & SWEET POTATO CURRY
A storecupboard spice pot with red and green lentils, chickpeas and coriander. Serve with yogurt and naan bread
Provided by Ren Behan
Categories Main course
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat 2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil in a large pan, add 1 chopped red onion and cook for a few mins until softened.
- Add 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp mustard seeds and 1 tbsp medium curry powder and cook for 1 min more, then stir in 100g red or green lentils (or a mixture), 2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into chunks, 500ml vegetable stock and a 400g can chopped tomatoes.
- Bring to the boil, then cover and simmer for 20 mins until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender. Add a drained 400g can chickpeas, then heat through.
- Season, sprinkle with ¼ small pack coriander, if you like, and serve with seasoned yogurt and naan bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 613 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 91 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 21 grams sugar, Fiber 16 grams fiber, Protein 27 grams protein, Sodium 1.8 milligram of sodium
SPINACH, SWEET POTATO & LENTIL DHAL
A comforting vegan one-pot recipe that counts for 3 of your 5-a-day! You can't go wrong with this iron-rich, low-fat, low-calorie supper.
Provided by Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer
Categories Dinner, Main course, Supper
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wide-based pan with a tight-fitting lid.
- Add 1 finely chopped red onion and cook over a low heat for 10 mins, stirring occasionally, until softened.
- Add 1 crushed garlic clove, a finely chopped thumb-sized piece of ginger and 1 finely chopped red chilli, cook for 1 min, then add 1½ tsp ground turmeric and 1½ tsp ground cumin and cook for 1 min more.
- Turn up the heat to medium, add 2 sweet potatoes, cut into even chunks, and stir everything together so the potato is coated in the spice mixture.
- Tip in 250g red split lentils, 600ml vegetable stock and some seasoning.
- Bring the liquid to the boil, then reduce the heat, cover and cook for 20 mins until the lentils are tender and the potato is just holding its shape.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning, then gently stir in the 80g spinach. Once wilted, top with the 4 diagonally sliced spring onions and ½ small pack torn basil leaves to serve.
- Alternatively, allow to cool completely, then divide between airtight containers and store in the fridge for a healthy lunchbox.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 65 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 19 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use coconut milk instead of vegetable broth.
- Add a teaspoon of garam masala or curry powder for an extra boost of flavor.
- If you like it spicy, add a chopped chili pepper or a teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
- For a heartier meal, serve over rice or quinoa.
- Top with yogurt, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime for a refreshing finish.
Conclusion:
Curried lentils with sweet potatoes and spinach is a delicious, healthy, and hearty meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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