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Cardamom Spiced Lentil Soup

Warm up with this aromatic Cardamom Spiced Lentil Soup, a clean-eating recipe packed with protein, fiber, and bold flavors. Perfect for a nutritious meal!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 240
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Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cup green lentils, rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

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Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Tip: Stir frequently to prevent burning.
  2. Add minced garlic, cardamom, cumin, and turmeric. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Tip: Be careful not to burn the spices.
  3. Stir in the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender. Tip: Check occasionally and stir to prevent sticking.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.