🥗 Red lentil and coconut soup (20 min): creamy & easy
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Quick answer: To prepare a mild and balanced red lentil and coconut milk soup , sauté an onion, add red lentils, seasonal vegetables, mild spices, and stock, then simmer. Blend everything with coconut milk for an ultra-smooth and fragrant texture 🥥. It's ready in twenty minutes, no need to watch it, and perfect for a healthy, delicious, and comforting meal! 🔥
🧺 Ingredients
- 🍲 180g red lentils
- 🧅 1 yellow onion
- 🥕 2 medium carrots
- 🥔 1 potato
- 💧 400 ml vegetable broth
- 🥥 200 ml coconut milk
- 🫒 1 tbsp olive oil
- 🧄 1 clove of garlic
- 🌶️ 1 tsp mild curry or turmeric
- 🧂 1 pinch of salt, pepper
💡 For an even more balanced soup, add some root vegetables from the French vegetable kit or adapt according to the season 🥬.
👩🍳 Preparation – step by step
Peel and finely chop the onion, garlic, carrots 🥕 and potato 🥔. Rinse the red lentils under cold water in a colander.
In a large saucepan, sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent. Add the spices (curry, turmeric, etc.) and let it toast for 30 seconds to release the aromas.
Add the carrots, potato, and red lentils, then pour in the stock. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer over low heat until everything is tender.
Remove from heat and stir in the coconut milk. Blend the soup directly in the pot until smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasoning (salt, pepper) to your liking.
Pour into bowls, add some fresh herbs (cilantro, chives, parsley) and a drizzle of coconut milk for the finishing touch. Enjoy it piping hot—it's a real comfort for the whole family! 💛
🌱 Tips for a perfect red lentil and coconut soup
- 🥗 For extra creaminess, add a spoonful of almond puree or tahini at the end of cooking.
- 🌶️ Adjust the level of spices according to your preferences: mild curry, smoked paprika or a little grated ginger to enhance the soup.
- 🔥 If you want a rustic texture, only blend half and leave some pieces of vegetables.
- 🥦 Add a handful of fresh spinach or peas to vary the colours and nutrients.
- 🍋 A squeeze of lemon juice just before serving adds freshness and balances the flavors of the coconut milk.
- 🥒 For an even lighter version, replace the potato with courgette or celeriac.
- 📦 The soup can be kept for 3 days in the fridge and reheats very well – ideal for preparing in advance!
- 👨🌾 Discover more ideas on our soup blog or explore a pro curry version .
❓ FAQ – Red lentil and coconut milk soup
🥥 Can coconut milk be substituted?
Of course! You can use plant-based cream (oat, soy) or regular cream for an even smoother version. Coconut milk gives it a unique creamy texture, but the recipe is still delicious with other plant-based alternatives.
⏳ Should you soak the red lentils beforehand?
No, that's one of the great advantages: red lentils cook very quickly and don't need to be soaked beforehand. You just need to rinse them well to remove the excess starch.
🌍 Where does this soup come from?
Red lentil and coconut milk soup draws inspiration from Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine, but it is now a classic among healthy recipes in France. It is popular for its balanced flavor, its mild and comforting taste, and it can be adapted to any seasonal vegetables.
🍽️ Can it be prepared in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the soup the day before; it will be even better the next day! It keeps very well in the fridge and freezes easily for busy evenings.
🔥 How to get a perfectly smooth soup?
The secret: use an immersion blender and add the coconut milk at the end of cooking. Blend thoroughly for a smooth, lump-free texture. If needed, pass it through a sieve for an extra-fine effect!
Discover the 100% seasonal homemade soup kit to vary the vegetables, or use our cl to ml converter to make all your soups a success.
More ideas on our soup blog .
Chef inspiration: pro curry recipe .
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