Name: Red Lentil Soup with Coconut Milk
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 Servings
Cuisine: American

Jule’s Menu Verified

February 15, 2026

This delicious, creamy red lentil soup with coconut milk is quick to make and full of flavor, combining aromatic onion, garlic, and ginger with rich tomato paste and a touch of curry paste. The soup is simmered until the lentils are tender, then blended smooth and finished with turmeric, lime juice, and optional fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley, making it a comforting, vegan, and gluten-free dish perfect as a starter or main course.

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Red Lentil Soup with Coconut Milk

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 3 other allergens identified

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Instructions

Peel and finely dice the onion, garlic, and ginger. Heat oil in a pot and sauté the diced garlic, onion, and ginger with a pinch of salt until softened. Meanwhile, dissolve the bouillon cube in hot water.

Once the onions are translucent, add tomato paste and curry paste and sauté for one to two minutes while stirring.

Add the lentils and deglaze the pot with vegetable broth. Pour in the strained tomatoes and coconut milk.

Simmer the lentil soup, covered, over low heat for about 20 to 25 minutes, until the lentils are nice and soft.

Then, using an immersion blender, purée the soup until smooth and season with turmeric, lime juice, salt, and pepper.

Divide the soup between two plates and garnish with fresh coriander or a little extra coconut milk, if desired.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Toasting Spices for Maximum Flavor 🌶️
Toast the curry paste and turmeric in the canola oil for 30-45 seconds before adding other ingredients to unlock deeper, more complex flavor profiles.
Lentil Texture Mastery 🥣
Rinse red lentils thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch, which prevents a mushy texture and ensures a perfect, slightly tender consistency.
Coconut Milk Emulsion Technique 🥥
Stir the coconut milk in gradually and avoid boiling after adding to prevent separation and maintain a smooth, creamy texture.
Acid Balance Magic 🍋
Add lime juice at the very end of cooking to brighten flavors and balance the richness of the coconut milk and lentils.
Fresh Herb Layering 🌿
Reserve some fresh chopped cilantro to sprinkle on top just before serving for a burst of fresh flavor and vibrant green color.

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Jule’s Menu

Hi, I’m Julia, and I’m the recipe developer, photographer, and author behind Jules’ Menu. I’ve spent the last eight years perfecting healthy everyday recipes so they strike the perfect balance between healthy and nourishing, simple and practical, and gourmet-level delicious.