Turmeric Lentil Soup
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Sometimes the best meals come from what’s already in your kitchen. This hearty, plant-based lentil soup is simple, nourishing, and easy on the wallet—perfect for a chilly day when you want something filling without the fuss.
Ingredients:
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Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- 1 cup dried lentils
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 2–3 cups spinach or other greens, finely chopped (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- Set your Instant Pot to sauté and let it warm for a few minutes.
- Add oil, then onions, and cook until tender.
- Stir in carrots, garlic, cumin, and turmeric; cook for about a minute to bring out the flavors.
- Add lentils, broth (or water), greens if using, pepper, and half the salt. Stir well.
- Add just enough water to cover the lentils by about an inch.
- Seal the Instant Pot and cook on Manual for 20 minutes.
- Once done, allow the pressure to release naturally.
- Stir, taste, and season with more salt if needed. Serve warm with salad or a slice of homemade bread.
This recipe was sourced from Kitchen Stewardship. For more delectable dishes, browse through our Cooking & Recipes forum; you can also share your own recipes!
