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Thai Coconut Red Lentil Soup

Creamy Thai Coconut Red Lentil Soup for Cozy Nights

A comforting Thai Coconut Red Lentil Soup combining creamy coconut milk and tender red lentils, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 1 cup red lentils Substitution: Yellow lentils or split peas may be used
  • 1 can coconut milk Use full-fat for maximum creaminess
  • 4 cups vegetable broth Swap for chicken broth if not strictly vegetarian
  • 1 onion Shallots can be used for a sweeter flavor
  • 2 garlic cloves Fresh garlic is recommended
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger Ground ginger could substitute, but use less
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste Adjust for desired spice level
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder Fresh turmeric root can be used if available
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Tamari or coconut aminos can be used for gluten-free options
  • 1 lime juice Use lemon juice as an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Can substitute with coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to personal taste
Garnish
  • fresh cilantro Substitute with parsley for a different flavor

Equipment

  • Medium Pot
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

Soup Instructions
  1. In a medium pot over medium heat, warm olive oil until shimmering. Add diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and freshly grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
  3. Mix in red curry paste and turmeric powder, stirring for about 1 minute to toast the spices.
  4. Pour in rinsed red lentils, vegetable broth, and coconut milk. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for approximately 20 minutes.
  6. Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until it reaches your desired consistency.
  7. Stir in soy sauce and lime juice, then taste and adjust salt as needed.
  8. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This soup is ideal for meal prep and freezes well for up to two months. Letting it sit in the fridge overnight enhances the flavor.

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