Indian Red Lentil Soup – Simple & Healthy

red lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils are slightly healthier but may alter texture.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water

💰Cheaper: water

Water is a cost-effective alternative.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while canola is more affordable.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeño provides heat while bell pepper is milder.

Chop 3 cups of onions and add to a pan with 2 tablespoons of coconut oil over above medium heat.

Cook onions for about 5 minutes until they are sweet and translucent.

Add 1 tablespoon of ginger garlic paste, black pepper, and salt to taste; stir well.

Add 2 cups of diced fresh tomatoes and 1 cup of washed red lentils to the pan.

Stir in 1 teaspoon each of turmeric, cumin, and coriander powder; cook for about 5-6 minutes.

Pour in 500 ml of cold water and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and cook for about 12 minutes until lentils are cooked through.

Add 400 ml of coconut milk and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or transfer to a jug blender.

Stir in fresh cilantro and adjust salt to taste before serving.

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