Prepare a hearty lentil soup using red or green lentils, along with vegetables like carrots, celery, and spinach. Serve with whole-grain bread for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients:
1 cup red or green lentils, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
2 cups fresh spinach leaves, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh lemon juice, for serving
Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare Lentils:
Rinse the lentils under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics:
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.
Add Spices:
Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground turmeric, ground coriander, and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the spices become fragrant.
Combine Lentils and Broth:
Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable or chicken broth, and diced tomatoes (with their juices) to the pot. Stir to combine.
Simmer the Soup:
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
Add Spinach:
Stir in the chopped spinach and let it wilt into the soup. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Season and Serve:
Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Squeeze in fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
Ladle the hot lentil soup into bowls.
If desired, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley for an extra burst of flavor.
Serve with Whole-Grain Bread:
Serve the lentil soup with slices of whole-grain bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
Enjoy your warm and comforting Lentil Soup, packed with nutrients and flavors!
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other vegetables, herbs, or spices that you
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Serving Size: 1 Serving (0g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 1 Servings | ||
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Calories: 0 | ||
Calories from Fat: 0 (NaN%) | ||
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Total Fat 0g | 0 % | |
Saturated Fat 0g | 0 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 0g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 0g | ||
Cholesterol 0mg | 0 % | |
Sodium 0mg | 0 % | |
Potassium 0mg | 0 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 0g | 0 % | |
Dietary Fiber 0g | 0 % | |
Sugars, other 0g | ||
Protein 0g | 0 % | |
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