Vegan Indian Curry with Cauliflower and Lentils

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A staple dish in Indian cuisine, this vegetarian dhal with vegetables is made with coconut milk, giving it extra flavor. Serve with rice, warm naan, or chappatis.

Submitted by Maggie Pannell
Updated on August 22, 2022
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 1 (4 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated

  • 1 large clove garlic, minced

  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander

  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin

  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric

  • ½ cup red lentils

  • ¾ cup hot vegetable stock

  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets

  • 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk

  • 1 large carrot, peeled and diced

  • ½ cup frozen green beans, thawed

  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 sprig fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over low heat and cook onion, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent about 10 minutes. Add ginger, garlic, coriander, cumin, and turmeric and cook, stirring continuously, for 2 minutes. Stir in lentils and pour in vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer gently for 10 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook cauliflower until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes.

  3. Stir cauliflower, coconut milk, and carrot into the lentil mixture. Bring the curry back to a gentle simmer and cook until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in green beans and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.

  4. Stir 3 tablespoons cilantro and lemon juice into the curry. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon onto a warmed serving dish and garnish with cilantro sprig.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

448 Calories
33g Fat
33g Carbs
13g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 448
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33g 42%
Saturated Fat 20g 100%
Sodium 201mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate 33g 12%
Dietary Fiber 11g 38%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 13g 25%
Vitamin C 75mg 83%
Calcium 101mg 8%
Iron 6mg 36%
Potassium 1021mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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