Low Iodine Curried Sweet Potato & Red Lentil Soup
Total time50 min
Prep time15 min
Cook time35 min
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4 servings
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 1 ½ tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 ½ lb sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups baby spinach, loosely packed
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5–6 minutes.
- 2
Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely so the garlic does not brown.
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