Coconut Lentil Soup

Creamy, comforting, and packed with bold flavors, this Coconut Lentil Soup is the ultimate one-pot wonder for cozy weeknight dinners. Combining protein-rich red lentils with velvety coconut milk, this recipe is infused with aromatic spices like curry powder, turmeric, and cumin, along with a zesty touch of lime juice and optional fresh cilantro for garnish. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's not only quick and easy but also vegan, gluten-free, and highly nutritious. Perfect for serving on its own, with crusty bread, or over rice for an extra-hearty meal, this soup is a flavorful way to warm up on chilly days.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Red lentils
• 1 can (14 oz) Coconut milk
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 medium (diced) Onion
• 3 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 1 tablespoon (minced) Fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon Curry powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) Cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear, then set aside.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 5

Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and crushed red pepper flakes, and cook for 30 seconds to release the spices' aromas.

Step 6

Add the rinsed red lentils, vegetable broth, and coconut milk to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are soft and fully cooked.

Step 8

Stir the soup occasionally to prevent the lentils from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Step 9

Once the lentils are cooked, season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Stir in the lime juice just before serving to add a fresh, tangy flavor.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.

Step 12

Serve warm with a slice of crusty bread or over rice for a more filling meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1768.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1083.0

Total Fat 38.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6718.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.1g	0%
Total Sugars 53.1g
Protein 37.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 278.8mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 3213.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.1%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 55.6%