Description
Creamy Marry Me Lentils are a delightful, comforting dish that will have everyone swooning at your dinner table. With tender lentils enveloped in a rich coconut milk sauce and infused with aromatic spices, this dish is perfect for date nights or cozy family dinners. The vibrant colors and enticing flavors ensure it’s not just a meal but an experience that leaves a lasting impression.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic, cumin, and turmeric; stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, and coconut milk; bring to a gentle boil while stirring.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and fresh herbs. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve warm over rice or with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg