Spicy Lentil Curry with Spinach Recipe
Vegan spicy lentil curry with spinach combines protein-packed lentils, fragrant spices, and tender greens into a hearty, nourishing dish.
Ingredients
- Red lentils – 1 cup rinsed
- Spinach – 4 cups fresh
- Onion – 1 medium diced
- Garlic – 3 cloves minced
- Ginger – 1 tbsp grated
- Tomato paste – 2 tbsp
- Vegetable broth – 2 ½ cups
- Coconut milk – 1 cup
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Curry powder – 1 tbsp
- Ground cumin – 1 tsp
- Turmeric – 1 tsp
- Chili powder – 1 tsp
- Salt – 1 tsp
- Black pepper – ½ tsp
- Fresh cilantro – 2 tbsp chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large 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 and vegetable broth; stir well.
- Mix in lentils; bring to a boil.
- Lower heat, cover, and simmer 20 minutes until tender.
- Stir in coconut milk, spinach, salt, and pepper; cook 5 minutes.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 11 g
- Protein: 15 g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 32%
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Iron: 28%
- Calcium: 10%
- Potassium: 18%
Additional Tips
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for brightness.
- Use kale instead of spinach for extra texture.
- Pair with quinoa for a wholesome, balanced meal.