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Curried Lentil Soup With Spinach

This hearty Curried Lentil Soup with Spinach combines the wholesome goodness of lentils and the freshness of spinach, all enhanced by aromatic spices. It's perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner, and the warming spices make it ideal for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 People
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large pot
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 ladle
  • 4 serving bowls

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 cup dried lentils (green or brown), rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional) For added brightness.
  • fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add the diced carrots and celery, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
  • Stir in the rinsed lentils, cumin, coriander, and curry powder. Mix well to coat the vegetables.
  • Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, until the lentils are tender.
  • In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the chopped spinach and stir until wilted.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste, and stir in the lemon juice if using for added brightness.
  • Serve hot in bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer preservation.
Feel free to add more vegetables or spices according to your preference.
For a creamier texture, you can blend a portion of the soup and then mix it back in.