Description
This Creamy Coconut Lentil Soup is pure comfort in a bowl! Rich and velvety with the subtle warmth of spices, fresh ginger, and creamy coconut milk, it’s perfect for cozy nights. Packed with plant-based protein from red lentils, this recipe is as nourishing as it is delicious an easy go-to for a healthy, hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until translucent. - Build the Flavor
Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. - Spice It Up
Stir in cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Let the spices bloom for a minute while stirring continuously. - Simmer the Soup
Add lentils, coconut milk, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to simmer for 25-30 minutes or until lentils are tender. - Blend to Perfection
Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth, or blend half if you prefer a chunkier texture. - Season and Serve
Add salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
- Want a thicker soup? Reduce the broth by half a cup for a thicker consistency.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a gentle heat kick.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: creamy coconut lentil soup, vegan lentil soup, dairy-free soup, healthy lentil recipe, easy lentil soup