Lentil Curry Recipe (Vegan)

This traditional Indian dish with a Rejuvenation flair has all kinds of health benefits, plus it tastes amazing! 

Lentil Curry  

Prep/Cook Time: 15 min prep, 30 min cook

Yield: 4-5 servings

Ingredients:

• 1.5 cups of red lentils, rinsed
• ½ a yellow onion, diced
• 1 large zucchini
• 1 large carrot
• 2 tablespoons of red curry paste
• 1 teaspoon of curry powder
• 1 teaspoon of turmeric
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1, 1” piece of ginger, peeled and minced
• 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 can of crushed of tomatoes
• ¼ cup of coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• Cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook lentils according to the directions. Set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, heat up olive oil and saute carrots and zucchini until lightly browned. About 5 minutes. Then add in onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook another 3-4 min.
3. Next, add in all the spices, curry paste, curry powder, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Fry and stir for 1-2 minutes.
4. Add in crushed tomatoes, stir and simmer for 5 min.
5. Lastly, add in lentils and coconut milk. Simmer for about 15-20 min, stirring occasionally.
6. Garnish with cilantro and enjoy!

If you have leftovers and want to mix it up, this recipe is also great over rice! 

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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