
By Jodie Lee
Butternut Squash & Lentil Curry
5 steps
Prep:15minCook:25min
A hearty bowl of red lentil dal, simmered with warm spices and creamy coconut milk. Sweet butternut squash and vibrant greens bring colour, texture, and a fresh lift.
Add a naan or flatbread to mop up any sauce!
Updated at: Sun, 28 Sep 2025 10:14:13 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
46
Low
Glycemic Load
24
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories454.8 kcal (23%)
Total Fat25.4 g (36%)
Carbs52.1 g (20%)
Sugars9.3 g (10%)
Protein13.4 g (27%)
Sodium328.9 mg (16%)
Fiber12 g (43%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
Main Ingredients

1onion
chopped

1butternut squash
peeled and cut into cubes

1 Tbspgarlic paste

120gsplit red lentils

2 Tbspgaram masala

1 tspground fenugreek

400mlcoconut milk

vegetable stock cube

1 tspginger paste

100mlwater

100ggreen vegetables
chopped or sliced
Optional Extras
Instructions
Step 1
Heat a little oil or butter in a pan and fry the onion until golden. Add the cubed squash and cook for 3–5 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in the garlic paste, then add the lentils, garam masala, and ground fenugreek. Mix everything well.
Step 3
Pour in the coconut milk, vegetable stock, ginger paste, and half the water. Give it a good stir, bring to the boil, then cover and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
Step 4
Add your green veg of choice (spinach, tenderstem broccoli, or whatever you’ve got on hand). Cook until just tender. Adding more water if necessary to stop the lentils sticking.
Optional Garnish
Step 5
Finish with lime juice, fresh coriander, or a sprinkle of sliced chilli for extra zing before serving!
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