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Curried Lentils with Kale & Cauliflower over Quinoa
This cozy bowl is a postpartum powerhouse designed to nourish, replenish, and support healing during the fourth trimester. Protein-rich lentils are gently simmered in coconut milk, curry, and garam masala for a creamy, warming base that’s easy to digest and deeply satisfying. Tender cauliflower adds fiber and minerals, while ribbons of kale provide iron, calcium, and vitamin K to support tissue repair and milk production. Served over fluffy quinoa for a complete protein pairing, this dish stabilizes blood sugar, boosts energy, and keeps new parents feeling full and grounded.
Because it’s lightly spiced—not spicy—it’s ideal for postpartum digestion. Lentils deliver plant-based iron to help rebuild blood stores after birth, while coconut milk adds healthy fats to support hormones and breastfeeding. This meal also freezes beautifully for the “stock-the-freezer-before-baby” crowd and makes an excellent grab-and-heat option for tired parents who need real nourishment without the fuss.
Perfect for postpartum recovery, lactation support, vegetarian families, and anyone seeking warm, nurturing food during the newborn phase.
Postpartum Benefits
• Gentle on digestion
• Supports tissue healing & recovery
• Iron-rich for rebuilding blood volume after birth
• Lactation-supportive healthy fats
• Plant-based protein for steady energy
• Warming spices support metabolism & circulation
• Freezer-friendly
• Dairy-free + gluten-free option
Ingredients
Olive oil, yellow onion, garlic, curry powder, garam masala, sea salt, tomato paste, vegetable broth, coconut milk, dried red or green lentils, cauliflower, kale, quinoa (optional for serving)
Nutrition notes
Vegetarian
Dairy-free
Gluten-free
Freezer-friendly
Optional protein add-on:
baked tofu, shredded chicken or salmon.
This cozy bowl is a postpartum powerhouse designed to nourish, replenish, and support healing during the fourth trimester. Protein-rich lentils are gently simmered in coconut milk, curry, and garam masala for a creamy, warming base that’s easy to digest and deeply satisfying. Tender cauliflower adds fiber and minerals, while ribbons of kale provide iron, calcium, and vitamin K to support tissue repair and milk production. Served over fluffy quinoa for a complete protein pairing, this dish stabilizes blood sugar, boosts energy, and keeps new parents feeling full and grounded.
Because it’s lightly spiced—not spicy—it’s ideal for postpartum digestion. Lentils deliver plant-based iron to help rebuild blood stores after birth, while coconut milk adds healthy fats to support hormones and breastfeeding. This meal also freezes beautifully for the “stock-the-freezer-before-baby” crowd and makes an excellent grab-and-heat option for tired parents who need real nourishment without the fuss.
Perfect for postpartum recovery, lactation support, vegetarian families, and anyone seeking warm, nurturing food during the newborn phase.
Postpartum Benefits
• Gentle on digestion
• Supports tissue healing & recovery
• Iron-rich for rebuilding blood volume after birth
• Lactation-supportive healthy fats
• Plant-based protein for steady energy
• Warming spices support metabolism & circulation
• Freezer-friendly
• Dairy-free + gluten-free option
Ingredients
Olive oil, yellow onion, garlic, curry powder, garam masala, sea salt, tomato paste, vegetable broth, coconut milk, dried red or green lentils, cauliflower, kale, quinoa (optional for serving)
Nutrition notes
Vegetarian
Dairy-free
Gluten-free
Freezer-friendly
Optional protein add-on:
baked tofu, shredded chicken or salmon.