Description
This golden-hued, one-pot soup is a nutrient-dense powerhouse that combines earthy turmeric, fresh ginger, and hearty red lentils into a comforting meal. Designed for busy households, this plant-based dish is quick to prepare, budget-friendly, and incredibly restorative. With root vegetables for texture and a bright finish of lemon juice, this soup feels like a warm hug in a bowl while providing an excellent boost of anti-inflammatory properties to nourish your body.
Ingredients
1 onion, finely diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium carrots, sliced
3 celery stalks, sliced
12 oz potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tsp cumin
1 tsp turmeric
2 tsp paprika
1-inch ginger piece, peeled and grated
1 tsp salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 tbsp tomato paste
8.5 oz crushed tomatoes
6 oz red lentils, dry
2 cups baby spinach
1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
Heat a large pot over medium heat with a splash of water or oil.
Add the onion, carrots, and celery, sautéing until softened.
Stir in the garlic, cumin, turmeric, paprika, and grated ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the potatoes, red lentils, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable broth.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils and potatoes are tender.
Stir in the baby spinach and cook until wilted.
Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice and parsley.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
Ensure you rinse the red lentils thoroughly under cold water before adding them to the pot. If the soup becomes too thick upon standing, add a splash of water or broth to reach your desired consistency. This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and can also be frozen for quick meals.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg