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Turmeric Lentil Soup

A warm, spiced lentil soup built on turmeric, ginger, and aromatic vegetables. The base broth and legume type are swappable to adapt to pantry and preference.

50
min
4
servings
275
kcal
14.4g
protein

Ingredients

4 servings
Onion1 medium
Garlic3 cloves
Ginger1 tbsp
Turmeric1.5 tsp
Cumin1 tsp
Lentils1 cup
Carrot1 medium
Celery1 stalk
Spinach2 cups
Saltto taste
Black pepperto taste

Method

1

Dice the onion, carrot, and celery. Mince the garlic and ginger. Rinse the lentils under cold water and drain.

2

Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.

3

Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

4

Add turmeric and cumin, stirring constantly for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.

5

Pour in vegetable broth and add lentils, carrot, and celery. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until lentils are tender and beginning to break down.

6

Stir in chopped spinach and cook for 2–3 minutes until wilted.

7

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Finish with lemon juice if desired.

8

Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition, per serving

Calories275 kcal
Protein14.4 g
Carbohydrate44.7 g
Fat5.1 g
Fibre2.5 g
Sodium1240.5 mg

Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.

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