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Lemony Lentil Soup

Lentils are a powerhouse high in fiber, B vitamins, protein, and iron. They are also low in
fat. This hearty soup is packed with extra nutrients from the spinach or kale, garlic, onions,
carrots, and lemon. As summer turns to fall, this soup may just become your go-to!

Ingredients Instructions

Two cups lentils, rinsed Heat the oil in a larg pot. Sautee the onions and
One medium onion, chopped carrot until they are softened. Add the garlic,
Two large carrots, chopped cumin, coriander, black pepper, and turmeric.
Three cloves minced garlic

One half teaspoon ground coriander Add the broth and lentils Bring everything to
One teaspoon ground cumin a boil, then taste for salt. Reduce the heat, and
One half teaspoon ground turmeric simmer for about 35 minutes.
Two tablespoons olive oil
Eight cups chicken or vegetable broth Add the kale or spinach and cook uncovered
Two cups shredded kale or spinach for another five minutes. Turn off the heat and
One or wo lemons stir in the juice of half a lemon and the herbs.
One fourth cup chopped fresh herbs like Taste for any more salt or lemon.
parsley or dill
One half teaspoon black pepper Enjoy!
Sea salt, to taste

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