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    Home » Healthy Winter Recipes » Easy Aubergine and Lentil Dhal

    Easy Aubergine and Lentil Dhal

    Published: Jan 11, 2019 · Modified: Mar 4, 2021 by Hedi Hearts · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 5 Comments

    Nothing screams more comfort food than my easy aubergine and lentil dhal recipe. Naturally, this recipe is gluten free, grain free, vegetarian and vegan while being also incredibly nutritious and delicious!

    Easy aubergine and lentil dhal is a quick recipe perfect for those evenings when you want some tasty comfort food and you want it NOW! Vegan & gluten free! #veganrecipes #cleaneatingrecipes #cleaneating #cleanvegan #cleanvegetarian #healthyvegan #healthydinner #easydinner #cleanrecipes

    In winter I  prefer to cook from root vegetables and legumes and make different combinations - depending on what is at home. One of my favourites is dhal. 

    Traditional dhal is basically a very mild curry made up mainly of lentils, tomatoes, chilli, and spices.

    My version is without tomatoes, but instead I added an aubergine to make it more filling and satisfying.

    Easy aubergine and lentil dhal is a quick recipe perfect for those evenings when you want some tasty comfort food and you want it NOW! Vegan & gluten free! #veganrecipes #cleaneatingrecipes #cleaneating #cleanvegan #cleanvegetarian #healthyvegan #healthydinner #easydinner #cleanrecipes

    Aubergine is really nutritious. In a nutshell it's full of fiber, B1 and B6 vitamins, antioxidants and various minerals including copper, manganese and copper. 

    Lentils pack a protein punch, and are rammed with all-important fiber, too. This easy aubergine and lentil dhal recipe rocks!

    Easy aubergine and lentil dhal is a quick recipe perfect for those evenings when you want some tasty comfort food and you want it NOW! Vegan & gluten free! #veganrecipes #cleaneatingrecipes #cleaneating #cleanvegan #cleanvegetarian #healthyvegan #healthydinner #easydinner #cleanrecipes

    How to do make easyMy easy aubergine and lentil dhal recipe is all about turmeric, cinnamon and ginger along with coconut milk to soften the spicy flavours. You can serve it with rice, my pitta bread, naan  or with some homemade tortillas.

    Easy aubergine and lentil dhal is a quick recipe perfect for those evenings when you want some tasty comfort food and you want it NOW! Vegan & gluten free! #veganrecipes #cleaneatingrecipes #cleaneating #cleanvegan #cleanvegetarian #healthyvegan #healthydinner #easydinner #cleanrecipes

    I really have to mention how easy this recipe is. After a couple of minutes prepping and chopping you pretty much throw the rest of the ingredients into a large pot and they’ll cook themselves. So, grab your aubergine, grab your pan and get going!

    Easy aubergine and lentil dhal is a quick recipe perfect for those evenings when you want some tasty comfort food and you want it NOW! Vegan & gluten free! #veganrecipes #cleaneatingrecipes #cleaneating #cleanvegan #cleanvegetarian #healthyvegan #healthydinner #easydinner #cleanrecipes

    How to Store, Reheat, and Freeze This Recipe

    • To Store. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
    • To Reheat. Gently reheat dhal in a large pot over medium-low heat until hot. You can also reheat this dhal in the microwave until warmed through.
    • To Freeze. Place leftovers in an airtight freezer-safe storage container and freeze for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the fridge

     

    Here's the easy aubergine and lentil dhal recipe

    Easy aubergine and lentil dhal is a quick recipe perfect for those evenings when you want some tasty comfort food and you want it NOW! Vegan & gluten free! #veganrecipes #cleaneatingrecipes #cleaneating #cleanvegan #cleanvegetarian #healthyvegan #healthydinner #easydinner #cleanrecipes

    Easy Aubergine and Lentil Dhal

    Yield: 2 - 3
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes

    Easy aubergine and lentil dhal is a quick recipe perfect for those evenings when you want some tasty comfort food and you want it NOW! Vegan & gluten free too.

    Ingredients

    • 1 aubergine, chopped into cubes
    • 1 cup dry red lentils
    • 1 tsp olive oil
    • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
    • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
    • 1 tsp ground turmeric
    • 1 tsp ground cumin
    • 500ml vegetable stock
    • ½ cup coconut milk (tinned)
    • Juice from ½ lemon
    • Salt and pepper
    • Toppings: pomegranates, chopped coriander, crushed nuts,chilli flakes

    Instructions

    1. In a large pan add the olive oil and minced garlic; fry for 1 minute
    2. Next add cinnamon, turmeric and cumin and fry for further 20 seconds.
    3. Add cubed aubergine and fry until brown and softened
    4. Now pour in the stock and lentils, and let simmer for around 15 minutes or until both aubergine and lentils are soft
    5. Finally pour in coconut milk, lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste
    6. Top up with loads of pomegranates, chilli flakes, chopped coriander and some crushed nuts
    7. Serve with rice, naan or pitta bread
    © Hedi Hearts Clean Eating Recipes

    My easy aubergine and lentil dhal  is a quick recipe – perfect for those evenings when you want some tasty comfort food and you want it NOW!

    More comforting recipes like this easy aubergine and lentil dhal:

    • Healthy Mushroom Stroganoff
    • Chunky Chickpea Soup
    • Healthy Vegetable Stew
    • One Pot Pasta and Beans

    Easy aubergine and lentil dhal is a quick recipe perfect for those evenings when you want some tasty comfort food and you want it NOW! Vegan & gluten free! #veganrecipes #cleaneatingrecipes #cleaneating #cleanvegan #cleanvegetarian #healthyvegan #healthydinner #easydinner #cleanrecipes

    As always please, if you make this recipe share it with me either on my Facebook,Twitter or Instagram. I would love to see it! Hashtag #HediHearts
    Much love,
    Hedi

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    Comments

    1. Marni Xuto

      January 12, 2019 at 9:09 am

      This is such a good and easy to follow recipe. Cook once eat later. Veganuary here we come.

      Reply
      • Hedi Hearts

        January 18, 2019 at 7:05 am

        Thank you Marni:-)

        Reply
    2. Petra

      February 08, 2019 at 12:46 pm

      This looks great, I cannot wait to make it at home!

      Reply
    3. Cathy

      April 25, 2020 at 9:59 am

      This looks amazing! What can I replace lentils with as they tend to hurt my stomach!

      Reply
      • Hedi Hearts

        April 28, 2020 at 8:35 am

        Hello Cathy, how about trying chickpeas?? Let me know if that works for you, Hedi x x

        Reply

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