Vegan Madras Lentils

Dive into a bowl of comforting, flavor-packed Vegan Madras Lentils, a plant-based twist on the classic Indian-inspired dish. This protein-rich recipe combines tender brown lentils and creamy kidney beans in a luscious coconut milk and tomato base, infused with fragrant spices like cumin, garam masala, and turmeric. With hints of fresh ginger, garlic, and a bright squeeze of lime, this dish delivers a perfect balance of warmth and zest. Ready in under an hour, it’s perfect for busy weeknights, and pairs beautifully with fluffy basmati rice or soft naan bread. Simple, hearty, and absolutely delicious, this one-pot vegan meal is a must-try for lovers of bold and wholesome flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon, minced fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 cups cooked brown lentils
• 1 cup cooked kidney beans
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 medium, juiced lime

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and red chili powder. Stir to combine with the onion mixture.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to break down a bit.

Step 6

Add the cooked brown lentils, kidney beans, coconut milk, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cover the pot. Cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice just before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot with rice or naan for a hearty, satisfying meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1703.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1429.9

Total Fat 47.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 8.2mg	0%
Sodium 3523.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 198.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 60.9g	0%
Total Sugars 45.9g
Protein 64.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 433.7mg	0%
Iron 28.1mg	0%
Potassium 4187.3mg	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: 28.9%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 53.7%