Slow Cooker Coconut Curry Lentils
Slow Cooker Coconut Curry Lentils is a comforting, flavorful dish that combines creamy coconut milk, aromatic spices, and hearty lentils. This easy recipe requires minimal prep time and allows you to savor a warm bowl of deliciousness with just a few simple ingredients. Perfect for cozy dinners or casual gatherings, each bite transports you to a tropical paradise, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours on low / 3 hours on high
- Total Time: 23 minute
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water until clear.
- Dice bell peppers and carrots; mince garlic and ginger.
- In the slow cooker, combine lentils, chopped vegetables, garlic, ginger, curry powder, vegetable broth, and coconut milk. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until lentils are tender.
- Stir in lime juice before serving; adjust seasoning to taste. Serve in bowls or over rice/quinoa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sauté onions with garlic before adding to the slow cooker. - Feel free to substitute lentils with chickpeas or add your favorite veggies like zucchini. - To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.