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Lentil Beet Soup

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Lentil Beet Soup

Recipe by Summit Natural Health CentreCourse: SoupsDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

40

minutes
Cooking time

1

hour 

30

minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup lentils, rinsed

  • 3 small beetroots and their stems and greens, cubed/chopped

  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced

  • 1 bunch of fresh dill, chopped

  • 1 can of chicken or vegetable broth

  • Oil

  • 2 tbsp. lemon juice

  • ½ tsp. turmeric

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Water

Directions

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a stockpot on medium heat.
  • Sauté onions until golden brown, add turmeric and stir.
  • Add lentils, beets, broth and 4-5 cups of water.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and cook for 50 minutes.
  • Add the vegetables, salt and pepper. Add more water if necessary.
  • Cook for another 30 minutes.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice during the last ten minutes of simmering.

Notes