Indian
Golden Turmeric Cauliflower Dal
Yellow split peas simmered with turmeric, cauliflower, ginger, garlic, coconut milk, spinach, and lemon.
Prep15 min
Cook40 min
Total55 min
Serves6
The good part
Golden turmeric cauliflower dal is a cozy vegan dinner with split peas, cauliflower, coconut milk, and greens.
Cooking note
Yellow split peas take longer than red lentils, so simmer until they are fully tender before adding coconut milk.
Serving ideas
Serve with rice, flatbread, cucumber, cilantro, and lemon wedges.
Gather
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or neutral oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup yellow split peas, rinsed
- 1/2 cauliflower, florets
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup light coconut milk
- 2 cups spinach
- Lemon and cilantro
Make
Method
- 01Cook onion, garlic, and ginger in oil.
- 02Add turmeric, cumin, split peas, cauliflower, broth, and salt.
- 03Simmer until split peas are tender.
- 04Stir in coconut milk and spinach.
- 05Finish with lemon and cilantro.
Keep cooking
Swaps, storage, and useful next steps.
Estimated nutrition varies by ingredients and brands used.