Best 3 Vegan Coconut Curry Soup With Lentils Recipes

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Vegan coconut curry soup with lentils is an easy and hearty dish that's perfect for a quick and healthy meal. With a few basic ingredients and a touch of exotic flavors, you can create a warm and satisfying experience that will tantalize your taste buds. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of making this delicious and nutritious soup, from prepping the vegetables to adding the finishing touches. Whether you're a beginner in the kitchen or a seasoned pro, we've got you covered with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that's sure to leave you craving more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

COCONUT CURRY LENTIL SOUP



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Made from pantry staples, this spiced lentil soup will warm (and fill) you up. Make it an even heartier meal by serving it on a bed of brown rice. Vegan & Gluten-Free

Provided by Vegangela

Categories     Soup

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tbsp coconut oil (or olive oil)
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste (or ketchup)
2 tbsp curry powder
1/2 tsp hot red pepper flakes
4 cups vegetable broth
1 15oz/400ml can coconut milk
1 15oz/400g can diced tomatoes
1.5 cups dry red lentils
2-3 handfuls of chopped kale or spinach
salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish: chopped cilantro (fresh coriander) and/or vegan sour cream

Steps:

  • In a stockpot, heat the coconut oil over medium heat and stir-fry the onion, garlic and ginger until the onion is translucent, a couple minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste (or ketchup), curry powder, and red pepper flakes and cook for another minute.
  • Add the vegetable broth, coconut milk, diced tomatoes and lentils. Cover and bring to a boil, then simmer on low heat for 20-30 minutes, until the lentils are very tender. Season with salt and pepper.
  • {Make-Ahead: May be cooled, frozen in air-tight containers, and re-heated over medium-low heat.}
  • Before serving, stir in the kale/spinach and garnish with cilantro and/or vegan sour cream.

VEGAN COCONUT CURRY RED LENTIL SOUP



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This hearty and flavorful soup is delicious, filling and healthy. Great as a thick winter soup with naan bread, or as a dahl/stew with rice.

Provided by ivi_1988

Categories     Curries

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon curry powder (or up to 2T if you are a big curry fan)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/3 cup tomato paste
7 cups water
1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk
2 cups red lentils
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained (chickpeas)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
fresh cilantro (for garnish)
lime wedge (for garnish)

Steps:

  • To a large pot or dutch oven over medium heat, add the oil. Add the curry powder and cinnamon and cook, stirring often, until the spices are fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the onion and cook 2-3 minutes, followed by the carrots, ginger, and garlic, salt, sugar, and tomato paste. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes more.
  • Pour in the water, coconut milk, lentils, and chickpeas. Stir and bring to a simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 25 minutes or until the lentils are tender and the soup has thickened.
  • At the very end, stir in the lime juice. Taste for seasoning and serve with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.6, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 9.1, Sodium 867.8, Carbohydrate 76.3, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 31.8, Protein 16.2

VEGAN COCONUT-LENTIL CURRY WITH SWEET POTATOES



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A hearty blend of warm Indian spices and nutritious lentils and sweet potatoes rounded out with creamy coconut milk. Perfect served with your favorite rice or some yummy naan.

Provided by VegHead

Categories     Vegetarian Curry

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups vegetable broth
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 tablespoons garam masala
2 tablespoons minced garlic, divided
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon turmeric
2 teaspoons sea salt
1 cup dried lentils
1 medium sweet potato, cubed
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk, shaken
3 cups cooked basmati rice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring 3 cups of vegetable broth to a simmer in a medium saucepan.
  • Meanwhile, heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until hot. Add onion and saute until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in tikka masala seasoning and cook for 1 minute. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, without burning the garlic, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes, ginger, turmeric, and salt. Cook and stir for 5 minutes.
  • Mix in lentils, sweet potato, cayenne pepper, and hot vegetable broth; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until lentils and sweet potato are cooked through, about 40 minutes.
  • Add coconut milk and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer. Remove from heat and serve over rice garnished with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504 calories, Carbohydrate 67.4 g, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 16.2 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 1028.7 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

Tips:

  • To save time, you can use pre-cooked lentils. Just be sure to rinse them well before using.
  • If you don't have coconut milk, you can use unsweetened almond milk or cashew milk instead.
  • For a spicier soup, add more curry powder or red pepper flakes.
  • Serve the soup with a side of rice, quinoa, or bread.

Conclusion:

This vegan coconut curry soup with lentils is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover lentils. The soup is creamy, flavorful, and packed with nutrients. It is also a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give this vegan coconut curry soup with lentils a try.

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