Description
Experience the comforting warmth of Thai Coconut Red Lentil Soup, a delightful dish brimming with vibrant flavors and rich textures. This creamy, vegan-friendly soup combines protein-packed red lentils and luscious coconut milk, making it an ideal choice for a cozy dinner or a nutritious lunch. Infused with aromatic spices like ginger and turmeric, this soup not only nourishes but also tantalizes the taste buds with every spoonful. Its quick preparation, taking less than 30 minutes, makes it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep days. Serve it on its own or pair it with crusty bread, rice, or fresh salads for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup red lentils (uncooked)
- 1 can coconut milk (14 oz)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium-sized pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Mix in the red curry paste and turmeric powder until well combined.
- Add red lentils, vegetable broth, and coconut milk; stir to combine all ingredients.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- For a smooth texture, blend the soup using an immersion blender if desired.
- Stir in soy sauce and lime juice; season with salt to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 296
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 617mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg