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Creamy red lentil and sweet potato soup (vegan + high protein)

Creamy red lentil and sweet potato soup (vegan + high protein)

Creamy one-pot red lentil and sweet potato soup with coconut, kale, and lime. Easy, high-protein, vegan, and weeknight-friendly—comforting, spiced, and nourishing in under an hour.

1h 10min
6 servings
Easy
souplentilsweet potatoveganhigh proteinone-potweeknightcomfortingspicednourishingcoconut milkkalecilantrolime

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1: Optional Lentil Soaking

    Rinse the lentils under cold water until the water runs clear. Add them to a large bowl and cover with cold water. Soak for 2 hours to overnight in the fridge, then drain and set aside. This helps with mineral absorption and reduces the cooking time slightly.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Sauté Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 5 minutes, stirring regularly.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Add Spices and Tomato Paste

    Add the garlic, ginger, spices, and tomato paste, and cook for 2 minutes while stirring.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Simmer Soup

    45 min

    Add the celery, sweet potatoes, lentils, and vegetable broth. Stir well, then cover and simmer for 45 minutes. Lower the heat about 10 minutes in, so it stays at a soft simmer. Check the sweet potatoes and lentils for doneness; both should be completely soft.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Step 5: Finish and Serve

    Stir in the coconut milk, kale, cilantro, and lime juice. Stir until the greens are just wilted. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!

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