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Creamy Turmeric Red Lentil Soup

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A cozy, nourishing, and easy-to-make soup featuring red lentils and vibrant turmeric with a creamy coconut milk finish. Perfect for chilly nights or quick weekday meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (200g) red lentils, rinsed well
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • 4 cups (1 liter) vegetable broth
  • 1 cup (240ml) full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup (200g) of red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear. Finely chop 1 medium yellow onion, mince 3 garlic cloves, and grate 1 tablespoon fresh ginger. This prep takes about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until translucent and soft. Add the garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and ½ teaspoon ground coriander. Cook for 30 seconds to toast the spices and release their aroma.
  4. Add the rinsed lentils and 4 cups (1 liter) vegetable broth. Stir to combine. Increase heat to bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer.
  5. Simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils soften and soup thickens.
  6. Remove from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until creamy but still slightly textured. If using a regular blender, blend in batches carefully.
  7. Stir in 1 cup (240ml) full-fat coconut milk. Return to low heat and warm through for 5 minutes without boiling.
  8. Add 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, season with salt and black pepper to taste, and stir well.
  9. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Do not rush sautéing the onions, garlic, and ginger to build flavor. Toast spices briefly to release aroma. Blend soup to creamy but slightly textured consistency to avoid gluey texture. Add lemon juice at the end to brighten flavor. Thin soup with broth or water if too thick. Leftovers thicken; reheat gently with liquid.

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