Description
Golden Turmeric Lentil Soup is a nourishing and flavorful dish that brings warmth and comfort to any meal. Rich in vibrant spices like turmeric and ginger, this soup not only tantalizes your taste buds but also offers numerous health benefits. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, it can be easily prepared using an Instant Pot, stove top, or slow cooker. This versatile recipe features protein-packed red lentils, sweet potatoes, and kale, making it a wholesome option for everyone. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with crusty bread for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp butter, ghee, or coconut oil
- 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1-inch knob of ginger, grated
- 1 and 1/4 cup red lentils
- 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 5 cups quality broth (vegetable or bone broth)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 3 cups kale, de-stemmed and sliced
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables to streamline cooking.
- Sauté onions in your chosen fat until translucent. Add garlic, curry powder, turmeric, and ginger; cook briefly.
- Combine lentils, sweet potatoes, carrots, and broth in the pot/cooker. For Instant Pot or stove top methods, bring to a boil before cooking.
- Cook according to your chosen method: Instant Pot (5 minutes high pressure), stove top (20 minutes simmer), or slow cooker (5-6 hours on low).
- Stir in coconut milk and kale; cook until kale wilts. Finish with lemon juice and cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop/Instant Pot/Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg