Spiced Carrot Lentil Soup
Total Time
30 minutes
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Rating
4.34 out of 5 stars
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Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbs coconut oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 2 carrots (chopped)
- 1 cup red lentils
- 6 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped + extra for garnishing)
- to taste salt
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Preparation
Step 1
In a large saucepan over medium heat, add oil, garlic & onion. Saute for 5 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in all spices (except salt), let cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Step 3
Add lentils, carrots and water/broth. Turn heat to high, bring to a boil, reduce to simmer and let simmer uncovered for 20 minutes or until all is tender and water/broth has reduced to your liking.
Step 4
Salt to taste.
Step 5
Stir in cilantro, turn off heat, cover and let it sit for a few minutes. Optionally, garnish with more cilantro before serving.
Step 6
Enjoy!
Step 7
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