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Turmeric, ginger & red lentil soup recipe

  • Writer: chandy Rodgers
    chandy Rodgers
  • Oct 24
  • 2 min read

Warm up with this soothing turmeric, ginger & red lentil soup recipe—packed with flavour, wholesome ingredients, and easy to make for a healthy, comforting meal


Serves

Prep Time

Cooking Time

Cooking Level

2 Bowls

10 Minutes

20 Minutes

Intermediate


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Turmeric, ginger & red lentil soup recipe


Ingredients


  • ½ tbsp olive oil

  • ½ large onion, chopped

  • 1 garlic clove, chopped

  • 1 thumb-sized piece ginger, grated

  • 100 g red lentils, rinsed

  • ½ tsp ground turmeric

  • ½ tsp ground cumin

  • ½ tsp ground coriander

  • 600 ml vegetable stock or bone broth

  • 50 g spinach or kale

  • Juice of ¼ lemon

  • Pinch of salt and pepper

  • Chopped fresh coriander, to garnish (optional)

  • 1 tbsp live organic natural yoghurt, to serve (optional)



Allergens

GF

DF

NF

EF

VG

VGN

Yes

Optional

Yes

Yes

Yes

Optional


Allergen and dietary preference guide is for guidance only. Please check each recipe and the ingredients you are using independently. Not all recipes are allergen free see the notes section below for recommended changes. See guide below for above label descriptions.



Method


  1. Heat oil in a small pot, sauté onion, garlic, and ginger for 3–4 minutes.

  2. Add lentils and spices, stir well.

  3. Pour in stock and simmer 20 minutes until lentils are soft.

  4. Stir in greens and lemon juice, season to taste.

  5. Serve with a dollop of yoghurt and garnish with coriander.



Notes


  • Substitute brown lentils or chickpeas.

  • Top with seeds or crispy shallots for texture.

  • Key Benefits: High in plant protein, fibre, and iron; anti-inflammatory and warming.


Allergen Guide


GF - Gluten Free

DF - Dairy Free

NF - Nut Free

EF - Egg Free

VG - Vegetarian

VGN - Vegan


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