Indian Red Lentil Soup

By á-25694

This warm and soothing delicious soup is based on a traditional Indian dish made with red lentils and veggies. Serve with your favorite whole grain or crusty bread and enjoy!

Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 3/4 cup onion, chopped
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can tomatoes, diced
• 1 1/2 cups red lentils
• 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup light coconut milk
• Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
• 1 1/2 cup kale, shredded
• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from wholefoodsmarket.com

Preparation

Step 1

Heat a saucepot over medium heat until hot. Add cumin and toast 1 minute or until aromatic. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until beginning to brown and stick to the pot, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes with their juice and cook 2 minutes longer, stirring frequently. Add lentils, broth, 2 cups water, coconut milk and lemon juice; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 30 to 35 minutes or until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and stir in kale and salt.