🌿 Easy Vegetarian Recipes to Warm Up Your June Evenings
As June brings cooler nights here in South Africa, there's nothing quite like comforting, wholesome vegetarian meals to warm the body and soul. Whether you’re cooking for the family or just yourself, these easy recipes are perfect for cosy evenings — no fancy ingredients, no fuss. 🍲 1. Hearty Lentil and Vegetable Soup Ingredients: 1 cup dried brown lentils, rinsed 1 onion, chopped 2 carrots, sliced 2 potatoes, cubed 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp dried thyme 1 can chopped tomatoes 4 cups vegetable stock Olive oil, salt, and pepper Method: 1️⃣ In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft. 2️⃣ Add carrots, potatoes, paprika, and thyme; cook for 5 minutes. 3️⃣ Stir in lentils, tomatoes, and stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30–35 minutes, until lentils are tender. 4️⃣ Season with salt and pepper. Serve with crusty bread. 🍛 2. Creamy Butternut and Coconut Curry Ingredients: 1 s...