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Vegan Red Lentil Detox Soup

This vegan red lentil detox soup is comforting and nourishing, made with warming spices like turmeric and cayenne.
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

Red Lentil Soup

  • 1/2 White Onion diced
  • 2 Cloves Garlic minced
  • Neutral Vegetable Oil for sauté
  • 2 Cups Kale chopped
  • 1 Cup Red Lentils
  • 2 Cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1 Cup Water
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt or more to taste
  • 1 Tsp Turmeric
  • 1/4 Tsp Cayenne
  • 1/2 Tsp Paprika
  • 1 15 oz Can Diced Fire-Roasted Tomatoes
  • Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 Tsp Apple Cider Vinegar

Toppings

  • Fresh Chopped Parsley
  • Pumpkin Seeds

Instructions
 

  • Bring a drizzle of neutral vegetable oil (like avocado) to medium heat in a pot. Add in the diced onion, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until onion is softened.
  • Then, add in the garlic, and sauté for another 30 seconds, or until fragrant. 
  • Then, add in the kale and sauté for another minute, until kale is softened.
  • Then add in all other soup ingredients and stir well until everything is combined.
  • Simmer soup for about 15-20 minutes, or until red lentils are completely soft.
  • Taste, and adjust seasonings if necessary.
  • Serve with fresh parsley and pumpkin seeds, if you'd like.
  • Enjoy!