Red lentil-coconut soup
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Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
30
Low
Glycemic Load
11
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories305.2 kcal (15%)
Total Fat13.1 g (19%)
Carbs36.9 g (14%)
Sugars2.4 g (3%)
Protein13.5 g (27%)
Sodium376.6 mg (19%)
Fiber5.9 g (21%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
8 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Combine the lentils, water, and ginger it a soup pot or Dutch oven, and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer, and cook uncovered until the lentils are soft. This will take about 30 minutes
Step 2
Meanwhile, place a medium-size skillet over medium heat, and wait about one minute. At the oil, and swirl took out the pan. At the onion, ground cumin, and half teaspoon salt. Cook and stir it for about 10 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent. Add the garlic, and cook for another five minutes.
Step 3
Transfer the onion mixture to the lentils, and pour in the coconut milk. Stir until well blended, then let it simmer, partly covered, for about 15 minutes. Add the lime juice and remaining salt.
Step 4
Serve hot - plain, or lightly sprinkled with toasted whole cumin seeds. Pass around a small bowl of lime wedges for those who like their soup
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