Description
These Irresistible Creamy Marry Me Lentils are a cozy, plant-based twist on the beloved Marry Me Chicken. Made with green or brown lentils, sun-dried tomatoes, herbs, and coconut milk, this one-pot meal delivers comfort, bold flavor, and a silky, dreamy sauce. Ideal for weeknights or impressing guests!
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained)
1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
3 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup canned coconut milk (full fat)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
2. Stir in garlic, red pepper flakes, thyme, oregano, and basil. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
3. Add in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and stir to coat them in the aromatic oil mixture. Let them cook for 2–3 minutes.
4. Pour in the lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 25–30 minutes until lentils are tender.
5. Stir in the coconut milk and simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes to thicken the sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil or parsley, over rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
Notes
Let the lentils simmer uncovered at the end to achieve a thick, creamy texture.
Use full-fat coconut milk for the richest flavor.
Don’t skip the sun-dried tomatoes—they provide that signature “Marry Me” umami depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx.)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Lentils, Creamy, Vegan, One-Pot, Marry Me