Curried Pumpkin & Spicy Green Lentil Soup

Pumpkins are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. They are a great source of beta-carotene, vitamin C, and fiber.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Curried Pumpkin & Spicy Green Lentil Soup

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Indian, International Courses: Lunch, Soup Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Pumpkin
• 200 gram Green Lentils
• 1 piece Onion
• 2 piece Garlic Cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 2 teaspoon Curry Powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 4 cup Vegetable Stock
• 1 cup Coconut Milk
• 2 tablespoon Lime Juice
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Cook until onion becomes translucent.
2. Add curry powder, cumin powder, and turmeric powder. Stir well to coat the onion mixture with spices.
3. Add diced pumpkin and green lentils. Stir to combine.
4. Pour in vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the pumpkin and lentils are tender.
5. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender and blend in batches.
6. Stir in coconut milk, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 10g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.