Lentil Potato Soup

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    392 kcal

  • Course

    Lunch, Dinner

  • Cuisine

    American

Lentil Potato Soup

This lentil potato soup with turmeric and cumin is the perfect accompaniment to any cool or rainy day. It’s filled with anti-inflammatory turmeric, fiber, protein-rich lentils, and potassium-packed potatoes, creating a soup that’s both healing and delicious.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 Tablespoon of medium-high heat oil
  • 1 Tablespoon of cumin seed whole
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1- inch of ginger chopped
  • 2 cups of Yukon or Russet potatoes unpeeled and cubed
  • 1 cup of red lentils
  • 4 cups of vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon of salt or more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon of black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon of turmeric
  • 1 cup of canned coconut milk for added creaminess (optional)
  • Pinch cayenne pepper if desired
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Instructions

  1. In a large soup pot, or dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds. Heat about 1 to 2 minutes. Do not let cumin seeds burn.
  2. Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook over medium-low heat with the lid on for 2 to 3 minutes until the onion begins to soften.
  3. Add potatoes and red lentils and stir to coat. Add broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Cover pot and cook over medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes until potatoes and lentils are very soft and mashable.
  5. Add salt, black pepper, and turmeric to taste. Stir in coconut milk, if using.
  6. The soup will be chunky at this point. Eat as is, or use an immersion blender to blend until creamy. You can also use a regular blender working in batches until you reach desired consistency.

Notes

  • For a creamier soup, use red or yellow lentils. 
  • Puree the soup by pulsing the immersion blender or regular blender to leave the soup with a bit of texture.
  • Adjust the seasoning to your own taste.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 392kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 49g (16%) Protein 15g (30%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.01g Sodium 1539mg (64%) Potassium 953mg (27%) Fiber 15g (60%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 550IU (11%) Vitamin C 9mg (10%) Calcium 69mg (7%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 392 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 392kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 49g 16%
Protein 15g 30%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Sodium 1539mg 64%
Potassium 953mg 20%
Fiber 15g 60%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 550IU 11%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 69mg 7%
Iron 7mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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