curried pumpkin lentil soup

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  • Number of Servings: 6
Ingredients
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or coconut oil1 small onion, chopped1 small apple, chopped48 ounces vegetable broth2 (15 ounce) cans pure pumpkin2 teaspoons mild curry powder (can add more to taste)1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon nutmeg1 1/2 cups dried red lentils (green lentils are okay too if that's what you have on hand!)1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk1 tablespoon honey (or agave or maple syrup) fresh cilantro or sliced green onions for garnish1 tablespoon pepitas (pumpkin seeds) for garnishplain Greek yogurt such as Chobani, for garnish (optional and will not be vegan)
Directions
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and saute until beginning to soften, about 7 minutes. Add the apple, and continue to saute until both the apple and onion are tender. Add vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Whisk in pumpkin, curry, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir in lentils, coconut milk, and honey. Simmer over low heat for 30-40 minutes until thickened. Adjust spices to taste. Serve in bowls and garnish with a dollop of yogurt and/or pepitas and fresh herbs.


Serving Size: serves 6

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 218.9
  • Total Fat: 1.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 956.5 mg
  • Total Carbs: 42.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 13.2 g
  • Protein: 12.0 g

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