Low Sodium Curried Lentils

Satisfy your craving for bold, aromatic flavors with this Low Sodium Curried Lentils recipe—a wholesome, heart-healthy dish that's as comforting as it is nutritious. Packed with tender green or brown lentils, warming spices like curry powder, turmeric, and cinnamon, and a pop of freshness from lemon juice and cilantro, this recipe delivers delightful complexity without relying on excess sodium. Simmered to perfection in low-sodium vegetable broth, these curried lentils are easy to prepare in under an hour and make a satisfying vegetarian main or flavorful side dish. Perfect with rice or naan, this is a feel-good meal that’s as flavorful as it is guilt-free!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Green or Brown Lentils
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic Cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
• 2 medium Tomato, diced
• 2 teaspoons Curry Powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric
• 0.25 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt Substitute (optional)
• 3.5 cups Low Sodium Vegetable Broth
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the lentils under cold water, draining well to remove any surface dust or debris.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add minced garlic and ginger to the pan and sauté for another minute until they become fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes, curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper. Cook for another 3 minutes, allowing the spices to toast and the tomatoes to soften.

Step 5

Pour in the lentils and the low sodium vegetable broth. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan and let it simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

Step 7

If using, add the salt substitute and lemon juice to the lentils. Adjust the seasoning with more lemon juice or pepper to taste, if desired.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit covered for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 9

Garnish the curried lentils with chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 10

Serve the curry warm as a main dish with rice or as a side dish alongside your favorite meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1458.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	545.1

Total Fat 16.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1880.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.3g	0%
Total Sugars 18.9g
Protein 26.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 190.9mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 4221.5mg	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: 25.9%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 55.6%