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Curried Lentil Soup

  • 15 Mins

    Prep Time

  • 15 Mins

    Cook Time

  • 6

    Servings

  • 240 Calories
  • 10g Fat
  • 28g Carbs
  • 11g Protein
Recommended For:

Trouble Swallowing

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Ingredients

  • 6 Servings
  • 240 Calories
  • 10g Fat
  • 28g Carbs
  • 11g Protein
  • 30 Mins Total Time
  • ¼ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Medium Onion, rinsed and chopped
  • 2 Carrots, washed, peeled and chopped
  • 2 Tsp Garlic, minced
  • 2 Tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 Tsp Curry Powder
  • ½ Tsp Dried Thyme
  • 1 Large Can (28 oz) Diced Tomatoes, rinse rim before opening
  • 4 Cups Chicken Stock
  • 2 Cups Cooked Lentils
  • 1 Lemon, washed and juiced
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste
Recipe adapted from cookieandkate.com

Nourishment Note

Soups

Soups are an excellent choice for those with swallowing issues, as they can be thickened or thinned based on individual needs.

Cumin

Cumin may help to aid digestion as well as act as an antimicrobial. Some studies have found that cumin may help to slow the growth of certain types of tumors.

Lentils

Lentils are a nutritional powerhouse! They are full of protein and fiber, as well as vitamins and minerals, like potassium, folate, and iron.

Instructions

  • 6 Servings
  • 240 Calories
  • 10g Fat
  • 28g Carbs
  • 11g Protein
  • 30 Mins Total Time
  • 1

    Wash Hands Wash hands before beginning recipe.

  • 2

    Cook Over Medium Heat In a large stockpot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the carrots and onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, cumin, curry and thyme. Once fragrant, add the diced tomatoes.

  • 3

    Add Broth & Seasoning Pour in the broth and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add the cooked lentils and mix well.

  • 4

    Puree Ingredients Remove two cups of soup (or more if desired) from the stockpot and puree in a blender or with an immersion blender. Return pureed soup to the pot and raise temperature of burner to heat soup throughout.

  • 5

    Serve & Enjoy Once hot, remove the soup from the heat and squeeze in lemon juice. Adjust seasonings accordingly and serve immediately.

  • 6

    Store Soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

  • 7

    Wash Dishes Remember to wash dishes in hot, soapy water. Sanitize cooking tools and surfaces, and thoroughly wash hands.

Recipe adapted from cookieandkate.com

What You’ll Need

  • Large Stockpot

  • Measuring Cups

  • Measuring Spoons

  • Knife

  • Cutting Board

  • Vegetable Peeler

  • Can Opener

  • Blender/Immersion Blender

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    No allergens for this recipe

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