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Lemon Turmeric Lentil Soup

Lemon Turmeric Lentil Soup That Heals and Comforts

This Lemon Turmeric Lentil Soup is a comforting and vibrant dish that blends earthy lentils with zesty flavors, perfect for any dietary need.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Healthy, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 cups Brown or Green Lentils soaked and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 2 cups Onion finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups Carrot chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 8 cups Broth chicken or vegetable, low-sodium preferred
For the Greens
  • 2 heaping cups Kale or Spinach shredded
  • 1-2 Lemons sliced for serving
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Herbs (optional) chopped parsley or dill
  • Fine Sea Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and carrots, season with salt, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and black pepper. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring frequently until fragrant.
  3. Stir in lentils and broth. Bring to a boil, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed with salt.
  4. Lower heat and partially cover, letting it simmer for 35-40 minutes until lentils are tender.
  5. Stir in shredded kale or spinach and cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and mix in lemon juice and fresh herbs, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with lemon slices if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 14gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, rinse lentils before cooking and adjust texture preferences by varying cooking time.

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