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Lentil Soup (with Sweet Potato)

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A warm, soothing lentil soup with gentle sweetness from chopped sweet potato. Perfect for busy nights, quiet weekends, or whenever you want a bowl of nourishing comfort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 -6
Calories: 92
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Base Vegetables
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • Lentils & Sweet Potato
  • 1 cup brown or green lentils rinsed
  • ½ medium sweet potato peeled and chopped into small cubes
  • Broth & Seasoning
  • 6 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Finishing Touches optional
  • Fresh spinach or kale chopped
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro
  • Chili flakes

Equipment

soup pot with lid
soup bowl

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook 5-7 minutes, until softened.
  3. Add garlic and cook another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add Lentils & Sweet Potato
  5. Stir in the lentils and sweet potato.
  6. Mix well so the spices absorb into the vegetables.
  7. Add Spices & Broth
  8. Add cumin, paprika, turmeric (if using), salt, and pepper.
  9. Pour in the broth and stir.
  10. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer.
  11. Simmer Until Tender
Cook uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until:
  1. Lentils are soft
  2. Sweet potatoes are tender
  3. The soup has thickened slightly
  4. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  6. (Optional) Add a handful of spinach or kale until wilted.
  7. (Optional) Add a squeeze of lemon to brighten the flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 92kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 25mgPotassium: 176mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5358IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Top with parsley, chili flakes, or a drizzle of olive oil.
Enjoy warm it’s even better the next day.

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