Nothing says comfort like a warm bowl of lentil soup. Packed with protein, veggies, and spices, this recipe is nourishing, filling, and easy to make. Plus, you can add and subtract ingredients depending on what you get in your order! Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or meal prepping for the week, this soup is sure to become a favorite.
Get Your Ingredients from Forty Acres Fresh Market
Shop Online
Order a $20 Mix It Up Box or any size Veggie Box and request kale, bell pepper, and onions, .
Shop In Person
Visit the Forty Acres Fresh Market store at 5713 West Chicago Avenue or check for the latest information on Forty Acres Fresh Market produce stands and popup markets.
Red Lentil and Kale Soup Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup dried red lentils, rinsed
- 1 cup of chopped kale, stems removed OR 1 cup of spinach**
- 3 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 ½ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ garlic powder
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt & pepper to taste
Directions:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic powder, cumin, and turmeric. Cook 1 minute more.
- Add lentils, kale**, water or broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, until lentils are tender.
- ** If using spinach, add after the soup is cooked
- Season with salt and pepper. Remove bay leaf before serving.
- Serve hot with a slice of crusty bread and enjoy the ultimate comfort food.
Recipe courtesy of Alejandro’s Vegan Experience!
