Curried Red Lentil Soup

Curried Red Lentil Soup

 

2 C red lentils

2 qts water plus more if needed

2 Tbsp coconut oil

1 onion, chopped

2 stalks celery, chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

Fresh parsley to taste, chopped

1 tsp curry powder

½ tsp cumin

½ tsp turmeric

¼ tsp ground coriander

Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt for serving if desired

 

In a large pot place lentils and water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, adding additional water if needed. In a skillet sauté onion, celery, garlic and parsley until almost tender in the coconut oil. Add curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and coriander to the skillet and toss with the vegetables. Add vegetables to the lentils and continue to simmer for 1 hour, adding additional water if needed. Serve topped with sour cream or yogurt if desired.