Warm and Hearty Vegetable Lentil Curry

Name: Warm and Hearty Vegetable Lentil Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup dried brown or green lentils, rinsed; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 2 carrots, peeled and sliced; 1 large potato, cubed; 2 cups cauliflower florets; 2 tablespoons curry powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 can full fat coconut milk; 3 cups vegetable broth; Salt and pepper to taste

This mild, creamy lentil curry is the perfect comfort food for a chilly evening.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Indian· October 14, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

40 minutes

Total

55 minutes

Serves

There is nothing quite like a warm bowl of curry when the weather turns cold. This recipe is packed with tender lentils and a colorful mix of vegetables that makes every bite satisfying and nutritious.

I really love how the coconut milk adds a gentle creaminess without making the meal feel too heavy. It is a very forgiving dish, so feel free to swap in whatever seasonal vegetables you have sitting in your fridge.

🧺 Ingredients

1 cup dried brown or green lentils, rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and sliced
1 large potato, cubed
2 cups cauliflower florets
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can full fat coconut milk
3 cups vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2
Add the onion, bell pepper, and carrots to the pot and cook until they begin to soften, about five minutes.
3
Stir in the curry powder and cumin, letting them toast for a minute until fragrant.
4
Add the lentils, potato, cauliflower, and vegetable broth to the pot.
5
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about thirty minutes until the lentils and vegetables are tender.
6
Stir in the coconut milk and cook for another five minutes to let the flavors meld.
7
Season with salt and pepper to your liking before serving.

💡 Tips

Serve this curry over a bed of fluffy basmati rice or with a side of warm naan bread for dipping. If you have leftovers, store them in airtight containers in the fridge for up to four days or freeze them for a quick meal on a busy night.

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