One-Pot Spicy Lentil & Spinach Curry (15-Minute Vegetarian Recipe)
This quick and flavorful one-pot curry combines protein-rich lentils with fresh spinach and aromatic spices for a hearty vegetarian meal in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, it's filling, nutritious, and easy to clean up.
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 15-oz can canned diced tomatoes
- 3 cups cooked brown or green lentils
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 for serving lime wedges
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Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes.
⏱️ 2 minutesStir in garlic and ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add red curry paste and stir for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
Pour in diced tomatoes (with juices), cooked lentils, coconut milk, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
⏱️ 3 minutesAdd spinach and cook, stirring, until just wilted, about 1 minute. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
⏱️ 1 minuteServe hot with a squeeze of lime.
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Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.
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