Coconut Curry Lentil Soup Healthy and Flavorful Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
• 1 can coconut milk (400 ml)
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• to taste salt and pepper
• for garnish fresh cilantro
• 1 lime juice of

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until translucent.
2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, and cumin, cooking for another minute to enhance the spices' flavor.
4. Add the diced carrot and red bell pepper to the pot, mixing them well with the spices. Cook for about 3-4 minutes.
5. Add the rinsed red lentils, vegetable broth, and coconut milk to the pot. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Lower the heat to a simmer and let it cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
7. Once the lentils are cooked, add the fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste, and finish with a squeeze of lime juice.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.