Red Lentil Ginger Soup

Lentils are high in folate, fiber, and potassium. They are a good addition to your diet if you are looking to lower blood pressure or cholesterol levels. They are easy to use and can be added into many recipes. I usually purchase lentils from Bob's Red Mill. 

 

This soup can be made in about 30 minutes. 

It is perfect for a chilly fall evening!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Red Lentils
• 4 cups vegetable broth (I use low sodium)
• 1 small onion (diced)
• 4 cloves of garlic (diced)
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp crushed black pepper
  
• 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
• Just enough olive oil so noting stick to the pan

 

Instructions:

• Add just enough olive oil to caramelize the onion in a soup pot 
• Add the ginger, garlic, and spices and warm for a minute or two 
• Add lentils and broth and bring to a boil
• Reduce to simmer and cook for about 30 minutes (covered)
• Use an immersion blender to smooth the texture OR place the soup in a VitaMix to make it a silky texture

 

 

Serve: Garnished with crushed red pepper, seeds, or gluten free bread crumbs