Healing Golden Lemon Lentil Soup Anti-Inflammatory
A bright, comforting lentil soup infused with turmeric, ginger, and fresh lemon. Light, warming, and perfect for nourishing meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 cup red or yellow lentils, rinsed
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp ground cumin
5 cups vegetable broth
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon, zested and juiced
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: carrots, celery, spinach, or kale
Instructions
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Sauté onion in olive oil until soft.
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Add garlic, ginger, turmeric, and cumin; cook briefly.
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Add lentils and broth. Bring to a boil.
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Simmer 20–25 minutes until lentils are tender.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Stir in lemon zest and juice.
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Serve hot.
Notes
Blend partially for a creamier texture. Add greens at the end for extra color and nutrients.