This spinach and lentil soup is a hearty and healthy dish that is perfect for cold winter days. It is packed with nutritious ingredients like lentils, spinach, carrots, and celery. The soup is flavored with cumin, paprika, turmeric, and garlic, giving it a delicious and warming flavor. Serve it as a main course or as a side dish with crusty bread. This soup is easy to make and is ready in under an hour. Enjoy!
Spinach and Lentil Soup
A hearty and healthy spinach and lentil soup
Ingredients
- 1 cup lentils
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Saute until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cumin, paprika, and turmeric. Stir to coat the vegetables.
- Add the lentils and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- Stir in the spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until wilted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 3gFiber: 8g
