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6 h 20 min
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easy
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lactose-free,
Mediterranean diet,
vegan
This vegan crockpot coconut-lentil curry is cozy, creamy, and packed with feel-good flavor from warm spices and rich coconut milk.
It’s a true dump-and-go slow cooker meal, perfect for busy weeknights or easy make-ahead dinners.
Red lentils, sweet potato, and fire-roasted tomatoes create a thick, hearty curry that’s naturally gluten-free and protein-rich.
Serve it over rice or with warm naan for a comforting, plant-based dinner everyone at the table can enjoy.
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Finely chop onion, mince garlic, grate ginger, and dice carrots, sweet potato, and bell pepper into small pieces. Rinse the red lentils until the water runs mostly clear, then drain well.
Add onion, garlic, ginger, carrots, sweet potato, and bell pepper to a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker. Spread the rinsed lentils on top so they cook evenly and do not stick to the bottom.
Pour in the coconut milk, fire-roasted tomatoes with their juices, vegetable broth, and vegetable bouillon. Sprinkle in curry powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, then stir everything until well combined.
Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours. The curry is ready when the lentils are tender, the vegetables are soft, and the mixture is thick and creamy.
Stir in the chopped spinach, then cover and cook on high for 5 to 10 more minutes until wilted. Turn off the heat and stir in the lime juice, tasting and adjusting salt or lime as needed.
Ladle the curry into bowls and garnish generously with fresh cilantro. Serve with rice, quinoa, or warm flatbread to soak up the creamy sauce.
| Energy | 404 | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 14 | g |
| Total Fat | 16 | g |
| Carbohydrates | 49 | g |
| Dietary Fiber | 12 | g |
* Approximate, per serving.
Data source: USDA FoodData Central.
This curry shines with fluffy jasmine rice or warm naan for dipping.
For extra richness, swirl in a spoonful of coconut yogurt just before serving.
Finish each bowl with a crunchy topping of toasted coconut or cashews for texture and nutty flavor.
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Isaac, Chicago: I like this curry. It is especially good with sweet potato and really great coconut milk!
: Glad you enjoyed the sweet potato and coconut milk, Isaac!
Devon, Salt Lake City: So easy and still so delish! Def making this one again and again.
: So glad it was easy and tasty, Devon!
Donna, Chicago, IL: Made this in the crockpot & everyone enjoyed it. This one is a keeper.
: Glad it was a hit for everyone, Donna!
nmja, New York, NY: My family loved this recipe 😋 i did add more curry powder than called for, because my three yr old loves it.
: Glad your family enjoyed it!
Elizabeth, Ottawa, Canada: Let this simmer in the slow cooker all afternoon and it turned out so creamy and cozy! The lentils were perfectly tender and that lime at the end really brightens everything up. 🌿 Served it over rice with extra cilantro and my whole family went back for seconds.
: Love hearing that, Elizabeth!
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