This curried lentil soup is perfect for the fall season. I love the combination of sweet squash with the rich spices of curry powder.
Delicata squash is a winter squash, but it typically starts showing up in grocery stores in the fall!
This soup is incredibly nutritious and perfect for leftovers. The fiber from the veggies, protein from the lentils, fats from the oil and coconut milk, and various flavors make this meal very satisfying.
I absolutely love eating this soup alongside some bread or overtop of some rice for an even more complete and delicious meal.
Curried Lentil Soup with Delicata Squash
This nutritious soup has warming flavors and only requires one pot!
Servings: 5
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Grapeseed Oil (or another neutral tasting oil)
- ½ Large White Onion, diced
- 1 Red Bell Pepper, diced
- 1 Medium Delicata Squash, cut in half and then in slices
- 1-2 Serrano Peppers, minced
- 2 Cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Whole Mustard Seeds (optional, but very delicious!)
- 1 tbsp Curry Powder
- 1 tsp Garam Masala
- ¼-½ tsp Cinnamon
- ½ tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Ground Ginger
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional– some curry powders are spicy as is, so I would wait to use this until you assess the spiciness of your soup!)
- 2 tbsp Coconut Sugar (or another sweetener, such as maple syrup)
- 3 cups Vegetable Broth (I prefer to use low sodium)
- 1 Can Coconut Milk
- 1 cup Red Lentils rinsed
- (Optional) Spinach or Kale
Instructions
- Heat a pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the oil and allow it to heat. Add the onions and bell pepper. Allow this to cook, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes, until golden.
- Add the serrano peppers, garlic, and squash. Cook for about 3 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the mustard seeds, curry powder, garam masala, cinnamon, salt, ginger, coconut sugar, and cayenne (if using). Stir this for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the vegetable broth and coconut milk. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Allow this to simmer for about 15 minutes, stir in the lentils, and allow it to simmer for another 15 minutes, until the lentils are cooked.
- Stir in the greens, if using, and enjoy with bread or rice!
