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A bowl of sweet potato lentil curry topped with cilantro

Red Lentil Sweet Potato Curry

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  • Author: Jessica Hoffman
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Pan
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Lentil Sweet Potato Curry is perfect for a one-pan cozy meal!


Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp ginger, finely chopped
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed (about 3 cups)
  • 3/4 cup red lentils
  • 2 tbsp curry powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups spinach, roughly chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Cilantro to garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse the lentils in cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside
  2. Heat the avocado oil in a large pan on medium-high heat.
  3. Add the onion, garlic and ginger and sauté for 2 minutes.
  4. Add the sweet potatoes, red lentils, curry powder, turmeric, crushed tomatoes, coconut milk and broth.
  5. Mix together and bring to a light boil on high heat.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the pan and let simmer for 20 minutes, or until the sweet potato is tender.
  7. Add the spinach and stir until the spinach is wilted.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with cilantro.

Notes

  • Depending on how salty the broth is that you use, you may need more or less salt. Adjust to your preffered taste.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
  • Calories: 247
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Fat: 16g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 4.5g
  • Protein: 7.5g