Large Light Lemon Lentil Or Spicy Sweet Potato Soup And Mixed Green Salad Recipe
Make Large Light Lemon Lentil Or Spicy Sweet Potato Soup And Mixed Green Salad Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Lentil Lemon Soup
Spicy Sweet Potato Soup
Mixed Green Salad
Method
Lentil Lemon Soup
- 1
Sauté vegetables
In a large heavy pot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until vegetables are tender and translucent, about 7-8 minutes.
- 2
Bloom spices
Add garlic, cumin, turmeric, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Build the base
Stir in the rinsed lentils, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
- 4
Simmer
Simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until lentils are tender and soup thickens to a hearty consistency. If desired, add more broth to reach your preferred texture.
- 5
Finish and serve
Stir in fresh lemon juice and lemon zest. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley.
Spicy Sweet Potato Soup
- 6
Sauté aromatics and spices
In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add ground cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Cook 1 minute to bloom spices.
- 7
Cook potatoes
Add cubed sweet potatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are very tender.
- 8
Puree and finish
Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth. Stir in coconut milk (if using) and lime juice. Heat through and season with salt to taste.
- 9
Mixed Green Salad
- 10
Assemble salad
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- 11
Make dressing
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- 12