Lemony Lentil Soup with Spinach
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Lemony lentil soup with spinach gets a boost of flavor from cinnamon, cumin, and garlic.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups carrots (chopped)
- 2 cups celery (chopped)
- 2 cups onions (diced)
- 6 cloves garlic (chopped)
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons cumin
- 1 cup lentils (rinsed and sorted)
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 4 cups water
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (low sodium)
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 oz boxes Frozen leaf spinach (or fresh)
- 1 juice of lemon
Instructions
- Spray a large soup pot with non-stick spray and heat over medium-high.
- Sautee carrots, celery, onions and garlic for 3-6 minutes or until they start to tenderize.
- Add salt and pepper to season and help release juices.
- Add cinnamon and cumin directly to the vegetables and stir.
- Cook for an additional 2 minutes to bring out spices.
- Add lentils and sautee an additional 2 minutes.
- Season with pepper and add water, chicken broth and bay leaf. Bring to a boil and reduce for 30-45 minutes or until lentils are tender. Just before serving, add spinach and lemon juice. Bring to a boil then simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste for seasoning and adjust accordingly. Feel free to add more cinnamon, cumin, salt or pepper.
- Remove bay leaf before serving.
Notes
- Excellent source of Vitamin A and Iron. Good source of Vitamin C and Calcium.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
188kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
25.5g
(9%)
Protein
9.6g
(19%)
Fat
0.8g
(1%)
Sodium
524mg
(22%)
Fiber
10.7g
(43%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 188 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 188kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 25.5g | 9% |
| Protein | 9.6g | 19% |
| Fat | 0.8g | 1% |
| Sodium | 524mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 10.7g | 43% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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