One Pot Coconut Curry Quinoa Lentil & Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4 cups small diced sweet potato
- 1 cup quinoa
rinsed
- 1 cup brown lentils
- 1/2 yellow onion
diced
- 1 can coconut milk
15 ounce
- 3 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground corriander
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional garnish: chopped cashews
fresh cilantro
Directions
- 1
Add all ingredients to a large pot and stir until combined. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce to a simmer and simmer COVERED until liquid has absorbed and quinoa, lentils and sweet potato are cooked through, 50-60 minutes.
- 2
You will want to uncover the pot and give it a good stir every so often to make sure nothing is sticking to the bottom and that there is enough liquid. If for some reason you run out of liquid, you can add in a little bit more broth, or water.
- 3
Garnish with chopped cashews and fresh cilantro, if desired.
One Pot Coconut Curry Quinoa Lentil & Sweet Potatoes
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About this Recipe
Looking for a hearty, flavorful, and incredibly easy vegan meal that comes together in a single pot? This One Pot Coconut Curry Quinoa Lentil & Sweet Potatoes delivers satisfying comfort with minimal cleanup, making it a perfect weeknight solution.
The magic of this recipe lies in its simplicity: everything cooks together, allowing the sweet potatoes, quinoa, and lentils to absorb the rich, aromatic coconut curry broth. This creates deeply layered flavors and a beautifully cohesive texture, all without juggling multiple pots and pans.
You can expect a wonderfully creamy, deeply satisfying curry with a balanced sweetness from the tender sweet potatoes, hearty chew from the quinoa, and earthy texture from the brown lentils. The aromatic blend of curry powder, ginger, and coriander infuses the dish with a warm, inviting spice, making it a truly comforting and filling vegan meal. The creamy coconut milk base provides a luxurious mouthfeel that perfectly complements the robust ingredients.
Customization & Variations
While this dish is a complete vegan meal, you could easily add a handful of fresh spinach or kale during the last few minutes of cooking for extra greens. For a spicier kick, consider stirring in a pinch of cayenne pepper with the other spices. If you don't have brown lentils, green lentils would also work, although they might require a slightly longer cooking time than brown.
Serve this vibrant curry as a complete meal on its own, perfect for a cozy evening. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro and crunchy cashews adds a lovely textural contrast and bright finish, elevating the presentation and flavor.