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Creamy Marry Me Lentils: The Best Comfort Food You’ll Adore

Creamy “Marry Me” Lentils

A delicious and hearty recipe for creamy lentils that will make you fall in love with comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup green or brown lentils
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Stir in the cumin and smoked paprika.
  4. Add the lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until lentils are tender.
  5. Stir in the coconut milk and season with salt. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with rice or crusty bread.
  • To add more veggies, include spinach or kale in the last few minutes of cooking.

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Keywords: Creamy Marry Me Lentils, Comfort Food, Vegan Lentil Recipe