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Thai Coconut Split Pea & Lentil Soup

TIME

40 min

DIFFICULTY

Easy

SERVINGS

4

CALORIES

337 kcal

CARBS

33 g

PROTEIN

12 g

FAT

19 g

Z Thai Coconut Split Pea & Lentil Soup

About this recipe

This Thai-inspired soup combines lentils and split peas with coconut milk, red curry paste, vegetables, lime, and fresh cilantro. While it is not a traditional Thai dish, it uses classic Thai flavor elements in a hearty legume-based soup that is creamy, aromatic, and satisfying.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

Plant-based protein from lentils and split peas Creamy coconut with aromatic red curry and lime Hearty, comforting, and easy to prepare

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp (10 ml / 9 g) neutral cooking oil
  • 1 medium onion (about 150 g), chopped
  • 1 medium carrot (about 100 g), chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves (about 9 g), minced
  • 2 tbsp (30 g) Thai red curry paste
  • 1 cup cooked lentils (about 198 g)
  • 1 cup cooked split peas (about 196 g)
  • 3 cups (720 ml) low-sodium vegetable stock
  • 1 cup (240 ml) canned full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp (8 g) chopped fresh cilantro
  • ½ tsp (3 g) fine salt, or to taste
  • 2 tbsp (14 g) sliced toasted almonds, for serving

Preparation

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and carrot and cook for 5–6 minutes, until softened.
  2. Add the garlic and red curry paste. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  3. Add the cooked lentils, cooked split peas, and vegetable stock. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to combine.
  5. Stir in the coconut milk and continue cooking for another 5–7 minutes over low heat. Avoid boiling vigorously.
  6. Add the lime juice and season with salt to taste.
  7. Divide the soup among four bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and toasted almonds. Serve immediately.

Tips

  • Use full-fat canned coconut milk for a richer, creamier texture.
  • The heat level of red curry paste varies by brand, so adjust the amount if needed.
  • If the soup becomes too thick, add a small amount of vegetable stock before serving.

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