Savory Golden Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup
Warm your soul with this *Savory Golden Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup*, a wholesome, one-pot delight that's packed with vibrant flavors and nourishing ingredients. Bursting with earthy spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, this soup features tender golden lentils and naturally sweet chunks of sweet potato, simmered to perfection in a rich vegetable broth. Optional creamy coconut milk takes it to the next level, while a splash of lemon juice and fresh cilantro garnish add a zesty, fresh finish. Perfect for a cozy dinner or meal prep, this satisfying vegan and gluten-free recipe is ready in just 50 minutes, making it a deliciously healthy choice for any weeknight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup golden lentils
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup coconut milk (optional, for creaminess)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and optional cayenne pepper. Mix well with the onion mixture, allowing the spices to toast for about 1 minute.
Add the golden lentils and diced sweet potato to the pot, stirring to coat them in the spice mixture.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender.
Optional: Stir in the coconut milk for added creaminess.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Stir in the lemon juice just before serving to brighten the flavors.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1084 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.3 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.4 g | 157% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4693 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.5 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.2 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 280 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2791 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
