Egyptian Spiced Red Lentil Soup

• Vegan
• Gluten free

• Produce

  • 2 Carrots
  • 1 tsp Coriander, ground
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 1 1/2 cups Red lentils, dry
  • 1 cup Russet or yukon gold potato
  • 1 1/2 cups White or yellow onion

• Canned Goods

  • 4 cups Vegetable broth

• Condiments

  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice, freshly squeezed

• Baking & Spices

  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
  • 3/4 tsp Salt

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil

• Nuts & Seeds

  • 1 tsp Cumin, ground

• Liquids

  • 2 cups Water

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Description

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1½ cups chopped white or yellow onion (about 1 large onion)
• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup peeled and cubed russet or yukon gold potato (about 1 medium sized potato; you can also use sweet potato if you prefer)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1½ cups dry red lentils
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• Optional: 4 cups washed and chopped greens of choice (kale, mustard greens, chard, spinach, etc.)
• Optional: Chopped cilantro or parsley leaves and cashew cream or vegan yogurt, for serving

Directions

• Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and carrot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the onion is soft and clear. Add the garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant, adding a splash of water if needed to prevent sticking.
• Add the potato, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, pepper, red lentils, broth, and water to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer, covered, for 15 minutes.
• Taste the soup and adjust spices/seasonings as needed. Stir in the lemon juice and the greens, if youre adding them. Continue simmering the soup for another 3-5 minutes, or until the greens have wilted down. Serve, topped with cilantro and cashew cream or vegan yogurt, if desired.