Description
This incredible Slow Cooker Lentil Dahl practically cooks itself, filling our home with a fragrant warmth that promises a delicious, hearty dinner. It’s truly a lifesaver, delivering a healthy, satisfying meal without the fuss, and quickly becoming a family favorite in our home.
Ingredients
- Red Lentils, 1.5 cups (Rinsed well)
- Yellow Onion, 1 medium (Chopped)
- Garlic, 4 cloves (Minced)
- Fresh Ginger, 1 tbsp (Grated)
- Diced Tomatoes, 1 (14.5 oz) can (Undrained)
- Light Coconut Milk, 1 (13.5 oz) can (Full-fat works too)
- Vegetable Broth, 4 cups
- Ground Turmeric, 1 tsp
- Ground Cumin, 1 tsp
- Ground Coriander, 1 tsp
- Garam Masala, 0.5 tsp
- Chili Powder, 0.5 tsp (Adjust to taste)
- Salt, 1 tsp (Or to taste)
- Black Pepper, 0.5 tsp (Or to taste)
- Fresh Spinach, 2 cups (Optional, for stirring in at the end)
- Fresh Cilantro, 0.25 cup (Chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1. First, rinse your red lentils thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. Next, combine the rinsed lentils, chopped onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, diced tomatoes, coconut milk, vegetable broth, turmeric, cumin, coriander, garam masala, chili powder, salt, and pepper in your slow cooker.
3. Stir everything together well, ensuring the spices are evenly distributed throughout your Slow Cooker Lentil Dahl mixture.
4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the lentils are tender and creamy.
5. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the fresh spinach, if using, allowing it to wilt into the warm Slow Cooker Lentil Dahl.
6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
7. Finally, ladle your homemade Slow Cooker Lentil Dahl into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-8 hours
- Category: Main Dish, Stew
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: N/A
Keywords: Slow Cooker Lentil Dahl, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Healthy, Comfort Food, Meal Prep, Budget-Friendly, Family Favorite, Dahl, Lentil Stew, Indian