Zoe's Kitchen-Style Red Lentil Soup

This fresh take replaces industrial oils and commercial additives with rich, organic whole foods for purer flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup organic red lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tbsp organic avocado oil
  • 1 large organic yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves organic garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 4 cups organic vegetable stock (or water)
  • 1 organic lemon, juiced
  • 2 cups fresh organic baby spinach
  • Sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste

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Instructions

  1. Heat the avocado oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, turmeric, and coriander; cook for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the vegetable stock and add the rinsed red lentils. Bring to a rolling boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer for 20 minutes or until lentils are soft and the soup has thickened.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and fresh baby spinach.
  7. Season with sea salt and cracked black pepper before serving.

FAQ

Is this Zoe's Kitchen-Style Red Lentil Soup gluten-free?

Yes, red lentils and the organic spices used are naturally gluten-free.

Can I adjust the thickness of the soup?

If you prefer a thicker consistency, smash some of the lentils against the side of the pot with a wooden spoon before adding the spinach.

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