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Detox Lentil Soup

Detox Lentil Soup
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This detox lentil soup is a nourishing and flavorful meal, perfect for a healthy cleanse. It’s packed with vegetables and protein, making it both satisfying and beneficial for your body.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup chopped spinach or kale
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in garlic, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  3. Add rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
  4. Stir in spinach or kale and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, mash some of the lentils against the side of the pot with a spoon.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for a brighter flavor.
  • This soup freezes well. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

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