Hello :wub:
I made it back from my meetings to have a quick lunch of leftovers today! I decided to eat outdoors…but I had to bundle up as it was still chilly!
I had a bowl of leftover Delicious vegan Chili from last night.
Along with Mary’s Crackers and Red Pepper Hummus.
Buzzzz.
For dinner, I made Coconut Red Lentil Soup that I have been meaning to try for a while by Heidi Swanson. When I saw it on Jenna’s blog recently, I knew I had to finally make it. I had great success with Heidi’s Red Lentil Soup (see my version here), so I had a feeling this one would be great too.
Coconut Red Lentil Soup
Adapted from 101 Cookbooks.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup yellow split peas (I didn’t have any so I simply doubled the lentils)
- 1 cup red split lentils (I used green lentils)
- 7 cups water
- 1 medium carrot, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh peeled and minced ginger
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
- 8 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup golden raisins (I used regular sultana raisins)
- 1/3 cup tomato paste
- 1 14-ounce can coconut milk
- 2 teaspoons fine grain sea salt
- one small handful cilantro, chopped (I didn’t have any)
For the directions and original ingredients, please visit the original recipe’s page.
As I mentioned above, I doubled the lentils since I didn’t have any split peas. However the peas were sorely missed! The soup was lacking some texture that I am sure the split peas would have added that little bit of crispness to it.
I set aside some of the onion, but of course I forgot to sprinkle them on the soup when it came time to eat!
That was an awkward one handed picture. ;)
It has been so long since I have had raisins! They are addicting. Next time I would double the raisins as I loved them so much in the soup!
Toasted curry powder. I think I need to upgrade my curry powder because this is no name stuff and it is not the best. Any curry connoisseurs out there?
As you can see it REALLY thickened up! I would be more inclined to call this a stew as it was so thick. It would be wonderful over a thick chunk of toasted bread.
I loved it!
I think this is the type of dish that will be much better the next day so I am excited for tomorrow to see how it compares. Tons of protein too.
Now you can watch a video of all three of my meals today! :) I switched back to You Tube after not having success with Bliptv last night. You will have to take into consideration that You Tube doesn’t let me use my own music so I have to pick from a sad selection!
Updates:
- Nut Butter Parsnip Fries spotting #1 and #2!
- Banana soft serve Vegan Overnight Oats spotting
See you tomorrow morning…I will be talking about a troubling running discovery I made tonight.
Goodnight!
um, DROOL! holy moly that looks fabulous :) i’ve recently fallen in love with split peas, and you’re right…they add such a fabulous texture!
I LOVE raisinsa and have them in everything, but never tried soup! It will be done though :) Wish I had your patience to prepare a meal like that….
Hey Angela! I’ve been reading your blog for awhile but have yet to comment. I just received the Spring Variety of Glo Bars and they are absolutely DELICIOUS! My husband loves them too :) I have an eating disorder history (both binge and restrict) and have found your blog to continuously inspire me to live a healthy lifestyle. I’ve learned so much just by reading your blog daily. Thank you for all that you do!
I just started reading your blog. Thank you for sharing your great and yummy ideas:) I enjoyed your little video today. You are truly inspiring!!
That sounds so interesting! I have never had lentils before.
Stew/soup looks amazing! I don’t eat lentils much, but maybe I should, for the protein? Dunno where to get it in China. :/
I love the video, by the way! :D It totally ties in with your new look. :D
Wei-Wei
Yum! I love this soup, we made it a few weeks ago and I still have some in the freezer. Can’t wait. But I too thought I needed a great variety of curry powder. My regular stuff I’ve probably had (open) for more than a year. It was good but not FAB!
oh gosh I love how raisins get plump and warm in water…almost liquidy inside. so delish. mmm…
I’ve been wanting to make this soup, too! I just checked the forecast and we’re expecting rain all week here in Omaha – sounds like the perfect opportunity!
wahhh. i want curry. so. badly.
I loveee your blue chip bowl and polka dot towel – very cute!
Why the meal video? Seems a little overboard to me?
Hi Angela! I just wanted to mention, (I LOVE your new layout) but it is kind of hard for me to read the light blue type. Idk if I’m the only one w/ this probably but thought I would mention it to you..
Arvinda’s makes the best curry powder and a whole bunch of lovely Indian spices. They’re blended right in Oakville. I get them at Whole Foods, but I’ve seen them at some Sobey’s stores. Seriously, you’ll never wanna use any other curry powder again.
http://www.arvindas.com/
I’ve been seeing lentils around the blogosphere a lot lately! I have a bag at home. Now I can’t decide whether to make lentil burgers or this soup! Looks lovely:)
the lentils look great! what a yummy dinner…..
You need to try the Penzey spices!! They’re amazing – http://www.penzeys.com/
Haha, love the video! So cute!
I made that soup when it was still cold in Vegas and LOVED it. It definitely gets better and better …. and better with time. The raisins were my favorite part too. I made it with the red lentils and split peas, and mine wasn’t as thick as yours, so maybe that had something to do with it?
I had my first VOO and it was love at first bite (hahahaha, I’m so corny). This will be awesome on 115 degree days this summer when I want oats but can’t stand to eat anything hot. Can’t wait to try VOO w/ banana soft serve.
Parsnip nut butter fry spotting here too! http://www.lilyshealthpad.com/2010/05/03/documentary-queen/
I love your photos today! They look amazing!