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Lentil Spinach Soup

Lentil Spinach Soup

Warm up with a delicious Lentil Spinach Soup that’s easy to make and packed with nutrients. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners. Try it today!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups red lentils
  • 8 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 1 large carrot, diced
  • 0.5 teaspoon turmeric
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin (optional) optional
  • 1 tablespoon mild curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 3 cups spinach, tightly packed
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 0.5 lemon Juice of half a lemon
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Sharp Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Thick-bottomed Pot

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes until the onion softens.
  2. Stir in the diced tomatoes and carrots and cook for about a minute to soften slightly.
  3. Add the turmeric, cumin, curry powder, and paprika, stirring to toast the spices for a minute.
  4. Add the rinsed lentils and vegetable broth to the pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
  5. When the lentils are almost tender, stir in the spinach and let it wilt for about 5 minutes. Squeeze in the lemon juice, taste, and adjust seasoning.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 9gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Enjoy it with crusty bread, and feel free to customize the spices to suit your taste!
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