Lentil Curry Soup Recipe
Darling, this lentil curry soup recipe is warm, comforting, and sassier than your bestie explaining why she ghosted another Tinder date.
Earthy lentils swim in fragrant spices, garlic, and ginger while tomatoes and coconut milk swoop in with creamy, tangy attitude.
It’s hearty enough for dinner but cozy enough to replace therapy—without the awkward silence.
Cumin, turmeric, and chili powder bring spice, while fresh cilantro adds that “I have my life together” garnish moment.
So grab your pot, stir dramatically, and serve soup that feels indulgent, plant-powered, and unapologetically fabulous—just like you.
Lentil Curry Soup Recipe
Vegan lentil curry soup blends lentils, tomatoes, and warming spices into a hearty, creamy, and comforting dish.
Ingredients
- Red lentils – 1 cup rinsed
- Coconut milk – 1 cup
- Vegetable broth – 3 cups
- Onion – 1 medium diced
- Garlic – 4 cloves minced
- Fresh ginger – 1 tbsp grated
- Crushed tomatoes – 1 cup
- Tomato paste – 2 tbsp
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Curry powder – 1 tbsp
- Ground cumin – 1 tsp
- Turmeric – 1 tsp
- Chili powder – ½ tsp
- Salt – 1 tsp
- Black pepper – ½ tsp
- Fresh cilantro – 2 tbsp chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until golden, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and chili powder; cook 1 minute.
- Add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and broth; stir well.
- Mix in lentils; bring to a boil.
- Lower heat, cover, and simmer 25 minutes until lentils soften.
- Stir in coconut milk, salt, and pepper; cook 5 minutes.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with bread or rice.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 315
- Total Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 11 g
- Protein: 14 g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 13%
- Vitamin C: 17%
- Iron: 28%
- Calcium: 9%
- Potassium: 20%
Additional Tips
- Add spinach at the end for greens.
- Squeeze lemon juice before serving for brightness.
- Pair with naan for extra comfort.
