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Lentil Curry Meal Prep

Discover the magic of Lentil Curry Meal Prep for easy weeknight dinners packed with flavor and nutrition Save time and money with this versatile recipe
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dried lentils (red or green)
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper (red or yellow), diced
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne or red chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk (optional)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or ghee
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • to garnish fresh spinach or cilantro

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wooden spoon
  • Storage containers

Method
 

  1. Rinse lentils in a fine mesh strainer under cold water and optionally soak for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil or ghee in a large pot over medium heat, then add diced onions and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in chopped carrots, bell pepper, and tomatoes, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  5. Mix in curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne/red chili flakes, stirring for about 1 minute to bloom the spices.
  6. Add lentils and vegetable broth (and coconut milk, if using), stirring to combine.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover slightly, and simmer for 25 minutes (red lentils) or 35 minutes (green lentils) until tender.
  8. Taste and adjust seasonings before serving.

Notes

Feel free to mix and match vegetables according to your preference. This dish freezes well; let cool completely before storing in freezer-safe containers. For a spicier curry, you can increase cayenne or serve with hot sauce. Adding a tablespoon of tomato paste enhances flavor and color. To reheat, add a splash of water or broth to restore consistency.