Vegan ✔ Immunity-Boosting ✔ Ramadan ✔

This fresh lemony lentil soup is a hearty soup that's perfect for Ramadan! Featuring immunity-boosting turmeric, garlic and bone (or vegetable) broth, it’s a creamy soup that is nourishing and hydrating and that can be served as a main dish or as a starter or side with other salads and dips.

Recipe via The Bean Bites (thebeanbites.com)

INGREDIENTS

• 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 Small Onion, diced
• 4 Cloves Garlic, minced or pressed
• 2 Teaspoons Cumin Powder
• 1 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 Teaspoon Paprika Powder
• 1 ½ Cup Dried Red Lentils, soaked
• ½ Cup White Rice, uncooked
• 5 Cups Bone or Vegetable Broth
• Juice of One Large Lemon
• Salt and Pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

Step 1: In a medium-sized pot, warm olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until soft (about 5 minutes), then add the cumin, turmeric, and paprika.

Step 2: Add the lentils, rice, and salt and pepper to the pot, making sure to coat the lentil mixture with the olive oil and spices, and cook for 3-5 minutes (or until the rice and lentils start to sweat).

Step 3: Add the broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to simmer and cook uncovered for about 30-35 minutes (or until the rice and lentils are soft). Note: Stir occasionally and add more broth if needed.

Step 4: Remove the pot from the heat, and blend with an immersion hand blender until you reach the desired consistency.

Add the lemon juice and taste and serve warm.

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