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Curried Sweet Potato and Lentil Soup

Sweet potatoes and red lentils simmer in a herbed curry broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 sweet potatoes cubed
  • 1 cup red lentils rinsed
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup light coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Cook the onion in olive oil, then stir in the curry powder until fragrant.
  2. Add the sweet potatoes, lentils, and broth, then bring to a boil.
  3. Simmer for 25 minutes until the potatoes and lentils are soft.
  4. Stir in the coconut milk, season to taste, and serve.

Notes

Blend it smooth or leave it chunky; both are delicious.