I love lentils. They cook quickly, are inexpensive, fat-free and contain a good serving of protein, fibre, vitamins and minerals. Based on red lentils, this hearty, warming one-pot winter soup is full of nutrition. You can vary the vegetables according to your taste but this combination works really well!
RED LENTIL AND VEGETABLE SOUP
MAKES: 1 x large pot full
INGREDIENTS
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (crushed)
- 3 carrots (diced)
- 2 potatoes (diced)
- 1 sweet potato (diced)
- 1 parsnip (diced finely)
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 cup dry red lentils
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- salt (to taste)
- water
METHOD
- Place all ingredients in a saucepan.
- Add water to cover.
- Simmer for approximately 30 mins.
- When cooked ,stir through coconut cream and serve.
- Garnish with fresh herbs eg. coriander.
