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Broccoli & Red Lentil Soup

Zahra
This broccoli lentil soup has simple ingredients and a subtle blend of flavors. A true comfort food that feeds the soul.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tsp Coconut Oil
  • 1 Yellow Onion chopped, medium-size
  • 5 cloves Garlic chopped
  • 4 oz Broccoli chopped
  • ½ cup Red Lentils washed
  • 4 cups Water
  • ¼ tsp Turmeric
  • tsp Cumin
  • tsp Coriander Powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • ¼ tsp Black Pepper or to taste
  • 1 tsp Salt or to taste
  • ½ cup Coconut Milk canned
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice fresh

Instructions
 

  • Heat a medium size deep pan over medium heat. Add oil, onion, and garlic and sauté for about 5 -7 minutes, or until caramelized. Sprinkle water as needed if the mixture sticks to the pan.
  • Add broccoli, lentils, water, turmeric, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt and coconut milk and bring mixture to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low-medium and cook for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, add lime juice and blend. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add garnishes and serve hot!
Keyword creamy, lentil soup