Meatless Meal: Curried Lentil Soup
Tis’ the season for comfort food. Who doesn’t love a big bowl of soup to warm and nourish the body and soul? Curry Lentil Soup is a delicious dish for a chilly evening. Lentils are full of protein and easy to digest.
Curry, a traditional Indian spice, has numerous benefits including boosting the immunity, strengthening the heart and relieving the pain of arthritis.
Try our recipe and let us know what you think.
Ingredients:
1 cup green lentils
3 cups water
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
½ cup diced carrots
½ cup diced red potatoes
2 tbsp. chopped garlic
¼ diced onions
2 tsps. Curry powder
1 tsp. Spike all-purpose seasoning
salt to taste
Instructions:
- Rinse lentils. Pick out any debris or imperfect lentils. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in medium saucepan. Add onion, garlic, carrots and potatoes. Sauté until potatoes and carrots are tender.
- Add remaining ingredients. Simmer on low-medium heat until lentils are tender. Do not overcook as lentils will become mushy.
- Serve with rice. Enjoy!