Vegan Crockpot Coconut Lentil (Ready-to-Print Version)
Slow-cooked lentils with coconut milk and veggies, offering rich flavor and comforting textures.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Legumes and Vegetables
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1½ cups red lentils, rinsed and drained
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger root, grated
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2 medium carrots, diced
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1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
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1 lime, juiced
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Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped, for garnish
→ Canned and Packaged Goods
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1 can (13.5 oz) unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
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1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, including liquid
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3 cups vegetable broth
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1 tablespoon granulated vegetable bouillon
→ Spices and Seasonings
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2 tablespoons curry powder
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1½ teaspoons sea salt
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½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the fresh ginger. Dice the carrots, cube the peeled sweet potato, and dice the red bell pepper.
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Add the red lentils, chopped onion, garlic, ginger, carrots, sweet potato, and red bell pepper into the crockpot. Pour in the coconut milk, fire-roasted diced tomatoes with their liquid, and vegetable broth. Sprinkle the granulated vegetable bouillon on top.
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Incorporate the curry powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper into the crockpot mixture. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
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Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the lentils and vegetables are soft and the mixture is creamy. Stir once or twice during cooking if possible to ensure even heat distribution.
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Stir the chopped fresh spinach into the crockpot during the final 15 minutes of cooking to allow it to wilt gently. Just before serving, add freshly squeezed lime juice and stir to brighten the flavors.
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Ladle the curry into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro. Offer additional lime wedges on the side for extra zest.
# Handy Tips:
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Sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger briefly before adding to the crockpot for a deeper flavor. To thicken the curry, cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes or mash some lentils against the crockpot sides. Let the curry rest for 10 minutes after cooking to meld flavors.