Don’t you love eating soup on a cold winter’s day? Soups remind me of my childhood. My mum would boil vegetables with chunks of meat and add noodles to them, warming us up in the evenings. I am sure that we all grew up eating a special soup.
As an adult, I’ve developed a different relationship with food. I am always trying to include other food options in my meals as I now understand how important eating the right foods is to your digestive system.
Lentil soup has become part of my diet because it is an excellent fiber and protein source, amongst other health benefits.
I encourage physically active people to enjoy a bowl once in a while.
Health benefits of eating lentil soup
https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/food-features/lentils/
- Lentils are superfoods and rich in dietary fiber. Having trouble going to the bathroom? I am sure this soup will help move things along!
- High in protein – People that gym a lot and growing kids can benefit from this superfood. It supports growth and development.
- Lentils are an excellent B vitamins, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc source. They’re also a great source of plant-based protein and fiber.
Different cultures and countries prepare and consume lentils in unique and exciting ways. While there may be numerous recipes to enjoy, I prefer to eat them the way Indian people prepare them. They cook it in a curry with chicken or meat or have it as soup before the main meal.
The Recipe – Preparation Time (30 min)
Time for you to make a high-protein soup.
Ingredients
1½ cups washed and cleaned pink lentils
2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup chopped turnip
½ cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped tomato
½ cup chopped potato (small size)
½ cup coriander (cilantro) leaves
One clove garlic chopped
Small piece of fresh ginger chopped
Spices
https://www.myweekendkitchen.in/indian-spices-names-hindi-english/
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. turmeric
1tsp. chili powder
1tsp.
½ tsp. Coriander powder
½ tsp. cumin powder
Method
Add all the vegetables to a big pot covered with water. Add spices and let it boil until the vegetables are soft.
Remove from the stove and use a hand blender to puree the vegetables. You can add water if the soup is too thick. For extra flavor, try adding ½ cup of coconut milk.
Serve
Garnish with chopped coriander and spring onions. Serve with fresh-cut lemons on the side!
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