Spiced Lentil Soup with Vegetables and Coconut Milk

This hearty and flavorful spiced lentil soup is perfect for a cold winter day. The lentils are cooked in a flavorful broth made with coconut milk, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. The soup is also packed with vegetables, including onions, carrots, and celery. The result is a delicious and satisfying soup that is sure to warm you up from the inside out.

Lentils have been a staple food in many cultures for centuries. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and iron. In this recipe, the lentils are cooked in a flavorful broth made with coconut milk, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. The soup is also packed with vegetables, including onions, carrots, and celery. The result is a delicious and satisfying soup that is sure to warm you up from the inside out.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups brown lentils
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils and pick over them to remove any stones or debris.
2. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, sauté the onion, carrots, and celery in olive oil until softened.
3. Add the garlic, cumin, coriander, and turmeric and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Stir in the lentils and coconut milk.
5. Add 4 cups of water or vegetable broth.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
8. Serve hot.

Why It Works

• The coconut milk adds a rich and creamy flavor to the soup.
• The cumin, coriander, and turmeric give the soup a warm and inviting flavor.
• The vegetables add a variety of textures and flavors to the soup.
• The soup is simmered for 30 minutes, which allows the flavors to meld and develop.