Description
This Vibrant Golden Turmeric Lentil Soup is a hearty and nourishing dish. Infused with turmeric, it offers a beautiful golden color and a wealth of health benefits. It’s easy to prepare, vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to cozy family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
- Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in ground turmeric, cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika. Cook for another minute to release the flavors.
- Add the rinsed lentils and stir to coat them with the spices and onion mixture.
- Add the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes until the lentils are tender.
- Add the diced carrots and bell pepper to the pot, cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
- Pour in the coconut milk, stirring well. Allow the soup to heat through for about 5 more minutes.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro and lemon wedges, if desired.
Notes
- This soup freezes well, making it ideal for meal prep.
- For a spicier soup, add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- Leafy greens like spinach or kale can be added in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Consider roasting vegetables before adding them for deeper flavor.
- Variations include adding curry powder for an Indian twist or lime juice for a Thai profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: N/A