Best to: Warm up with this nourishing and flavorful lentil soup, loaded with nutrient-dense kale and sweet potatoes. This comforting meal is perfect for women accountants seeking a healthy, satisfying dish that's easy to prepare after a long day at work.
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 1/2 cups green or brown lentils, rinsed and drained
- 8 cups vegetable broth
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups diced sweet potatoes
- 4 cups chopped kale, stems removed
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes or until softened. Add garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and turmeric, and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add lentils, vegetable broth, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- Stir in sweet potatoes and kale. Simmer for 10-15 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Remove bay leaves and stir in lemon juice. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with a slice of whole-grain bread or a side salad for a complete, satisfying meal.
Enjoy!
