Creamy Marry Me Lentils: A Comforting Dish to Win Hearts
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Marry Me Lentils, a dish that not only warms the heart but also brings people together.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 cup lentils
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the lentils, broth, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Stir in the coconut milk and heat through before serving.
Notes
- For added creaminess, blend a portion of the lentils before adding the coconut milk.
- Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Creamy, Lentils, Comfort Food, Vegetarian