A comforting lentil dish simmered with coconut milk, spinach, and lime for a flavorful, easy meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Lentils & Legumes
01 - 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed
→ Aromatics
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
→ Spices
05 - 1 tablespoon curry powder
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
09 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
10 - Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Liquids
11 - 1 can (14 fluid ounces) full-fat coconut milk
12 - 2.5 cups vegetable broth
13 - 1 tablespoon coconut oil or olive oil
→ Vegetables
14 - 3 cups fresh baby spinach
15 - 1 medium tomato, diced
→ Garnish
16 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
17 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
# Directions:
01 - Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened and translucent.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add curry powder, cumin, turmeric, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir constantly for 30 seconds to release essential oils.
04 - Mix in rinsed red lentils and diced tomato, stirring to coat with the spiced oil.
05 - Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth. Stir thoroughly to combine and bring mixture to a gentle boil.
06 - Reduce heat to low, cover pot, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils achieve a soft, creamy consistency.
07 - Add fresh spinach and stir until fully wilted, approximately 2 minutes.
08 - Evaluate seasoning and adjust salt, pepper, or spice level as needed.
09 - Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with lime wedges and chopped cilantro. Serve immediately.
