Savory Lentil and Vegetable Curry with Rice

This Savory Lentil and Vegetable Curry is a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines hearty lentils with vibrant vegetables in a fragrant curry sauce, served over fluffy rice. It's a perfect kosher meal that satisfies the palate and nourishes the body.

Ingredients

• Green or brown lentils - 100g
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Curry powder - 1 tablespoon
• Coconut milk - 200ml
• Vegetable broth - 250ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish
• Basmati rice - 150g

Steps

1. Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the onion, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the diced carrot, red bell pepper, and zucchini. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
5. Sprinkle the curry powder over the vegetables and stir well to combine, cooking for another minute.
6. Add the rinsed lentils, coconut milk, and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for about 25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
7. While the curry simmers, cook the basmati rice according to package instructions.
8. Once the curry is ready, season with salt and black pepper to taste.
9. Serve the curry over the cooked basmati rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 16 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 18 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein and fiber from lentils.
• Includes a variety of vegetables for essential vitamins and minerals.

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