Lentil Dahl

(Yields 6 servings; 322 kcal, 38.6 g carb, 12.3 fat, 16.6 g pro per serving)

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cup red lentils (or other color)
• 1 large carrot, chopped
• 1 red or orange bell pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tbs vegetable oil
• 3 cups vegetable broth or water
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tbsp curry powder
• 1/2 tbsp chili powder
• 2 tsp sugar or sweetener of choice
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat oil in a large pot. Add in onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes over medium heat. Add garlic, carrot, and bell pepper and cook for an additional minute.
2. Add vegetable broth or water, spices, sweetener, and lentils to the pot. Bring to a boil then simmer for 20 minutes with lid ajar. 
3. Add coconut milk to the pot and stir to combine. Cook for 5 more minutes or until desired thickness is reached.
4. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve over rice, with naan, or with potatoes