Servings
4
Ready In:
25 min (5 min prep)
Calories:
210
Good For:
Lunch
Introduction
About this Recipe
By: Emma Scott
This vegan sweet and spicy dahl is bursting with middle-eastern flavours that awaken your senses with an infusion of spices and a vibrancy of colour. Comfort in its simplicity in a heart-warming bowl and delve in to its nourishing nutrient-packed goodness.
Ingredients
1 Butternut squash
1 can coconut milk
1 litre veg stock
100g red lentils
1 celery stick
1 onion
1 leek
1 tbsp coconut butter
2 tsp tumeric
1tsp cinnamon
5 sprigs coriander leaves, roughly chopped
Seasoning
Small handful mixed of pumpkin and sesame seeds
This spicy dahl dish is so simple as all the ingredients are cooked in one-pot. The key ingredients are lentils, coconut milk, turmeric and cinnamon to make a vegan protein-packed creamy spicy sweet dish. This super versatile dish can be made into a soup by simply adding extra coconut milk and veggie stock to create a smoother texture. Experiment with different veggies, such as sweet potato and sweet red peppers, try adding different herbs and spices to find your perfect comfort bowl.
Nutrition
This protein-packed dahl is bursting with spicy tumeric and garlic, which have strong anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties. Coconut milk contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) which help to boost fat burning. It’s mineral content of iron, magnesium and potassium help to fire energy production for fitness.
- Protien 12%
- Carbs 48%
- Fat 28%
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
1. Wash and prep all vegetables, roughly chop.
Step 2
Add coconut butter to a large pot to warm over medium heat. Add chopped veg, sauté 10 minutes until soft on outside.
Step 3
Make up stock and add to pan together with coconut milk, heat gently then add lentils and spices. Cook for 15-20 mins on low heat. Meanwhile in a cast iron pan or frying pan gently toast the mixed seeds until fragrent. Set aside.
Step 4
When veg is soft blitz with a hand blender to a smooth paste. Serve in warm bowls with a sprinkle of seeds, add seasoning and chopped coriander – enjoy! Emma x
