A Nourishing One-Pot Wonder | Comforting, Fiber-Rich, and Plant-Powered
This isn’t your basic lentil soup. It’s rich, grounding, and loaded with fiber, plant protein, and micronutrients. Whether you’re post-cleanse, craving warmth, or just want something simple and comforting, this bowl has your back.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
1 cup green or French lentils, rinsed
1 tbsp olive oil or ghee
½ yellow onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp cumin
½ tsp turmeric (optional)
1 tsp sea salt or Baja Gold
¼ tsp black pepper
5 cups filtered water or bone broth (for extra protein/minerals)
1 cup diced tomatoes (boxed or fresh, optional)
Juice of ½ lemon
Optional: handful of chopped kale or spinach stirred in at the end
Instructions
In a large pot, heat olive oil or ghee. Sauté onion, carrot, and celery for 5–7 mins until softened.
Add garlic, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Stir until fragrant.
Add lentils, tomatoes (if using), and broth or water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
Cover and cook for 30–35 minutes until lentils are tender. Add more water if needed.
Optional: Stir in greens at the end until wilted.
Finish with lemon juice and taste for salt.
Why It Works
Lentils: Fiber-rich plant protein that keeps you full
Bone broth: Extra protein and minerals
Turmeric + Lemon: Warm color and a bright finish
Greens: Added vitamins and fiber