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Vegan Crockpot Lentil Curry Recipe

A creamy, spiced lentil curry made effortlessly in a crockpot. Perfect for meal prep, busy days, or just lazy cooking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry:
  • 1 ½ cups dried lentils green or brown
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1- inch ginger grated
  • 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1 14 oz can coconut milk
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 medium carrot chopped
  • 1 small bell pepper diced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 ½ tsp curry powder
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 cups spinach chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
For Serving:
  • Cooked rice or naan
  • Extra lime wedges

Method
 

Prep the Ingredients:
  1. Rinse lentils under cold water and drain.
  2. Chop all vegetables and gather your spices.
Assemble in the Crockpot:
  1. Add lentils, onion, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, coconut milk, and broth.
  2. Stir in carrots, bell pepper, and all spices.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours (or high for 3 hours).
Final Touches:
  1. Stir in spinach, lime juice, and cilantro.
  2. Let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb flavors.
Serve and Enjoy:
  1. Spoon over rice or pair with naan.
  2. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 320
  • Total Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 14g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 25%
  • Folate: 30%
  • Potassium: 20%
  • Vitamin C: 10%
  • Magnesium: 15%

Tips for the Best Curry

  • Use full-fat coconut milk for extra creaminess.
  • Add extra chili flakes if you love spice.
  • Stir in a spoonful of peanut butter for a rich, nutty twist.

Final Thought

This slow-cooked lentil curry is proof that delicious food doesn’t have to be complicated. Toss it in, walk away, and come back to perfection!