ST.LUCIAN DAHL RECIPE

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut extract

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining a creamy texture.

red lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils are often less expensive and offer similar nutrition.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Homemade broth is lower in sodium and more flavorful.

scallions

🥗Healthier: chives

💰Cheaper: onion

Chives provide a similar flavor with fewer calories.

Rinse red lentils under cold water until water runs clear.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add cumin, turmeric, and coriander; toast spices for 1 minute.

Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth; bring to a simmer.

Add rinsed lentils and diced carrots; cook for 15-20 minutes until lentils are tender.

Stir in diced bell pepper and spinach; cook until spinach wilts, about 3-4 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Remove from heat and squeeze lime juice over the top.

Garnish with chopped scallions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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