Lentil Spinach Soup

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are often used as a meat substitute in vegetarian and vegan dishes.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Lentil Spinach Soup

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Red Lentils
• 2 cup Spinach
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 medium Carrot
• 2 stalk Celery
• 4 cup Vegetable Stock
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, carrot, and celery. Cook until vegetables are softened.
3. Add cumin powder, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
4. Add red lentils and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
5. Add spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and let the soup rest for 5 minutes.
7. Stir in lemon juice.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

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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.