Ginger Coconut Lentil Soup

• From: Kath Eats Real Food

Ingredients

• 2 Tbs olive oil

• 1 1/2 cups dry brown lentils

• 1 can regular coconut milk

• 3 cups water

• 1 large sweet potato, diced

• 3 carrots, diced

• 3 stalks celery, diced

• 1 tsp minced garlic

• 1 tsp minced ginger

• 1 tsp garam masala

• 1/2 tsp coriander

Ginger, garam masala, and coconut milk give this hearty soup soul. It can be blended or not, whichever you prefer.

Directions

• Heat a pot over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
• Add sweet potato, carrots, and celery; cook for about 5 minutes.
• Add garlic and ginger, stir and cook for 2 minutes.
• Add coconut milk, water, lentils, garam masala, and coriander.
• Bring to just below a boil and then reduce to low and simmer for 30 minutes covered. Keep your eye on it and add a bit more water if necessary.
• Allow to cool slightly and blend soup, leave as is if desired.