MAMA FIX IT's™ Lemony Red Lentil, Kale, and Cilantro Soup

Amy Giaquinto
Feb 27
2 min read

A bowl of lemony red lentil, kale, and cilantro soup

Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, nut free, seed free, allergy-friendly, post-surgery recovery soup.

This is lemony red lentil, kale, and cilantro soup is one of my absolute favorite soups. It's so soothing and delicious that even my picky daughter will eat it. In fact, she LOVES it, too!

High in protein, fiber (over 1/2 RDA for fiber) and nutrients, this soup is not only amazing for a cold fall or winter's day. It's also incredible for weight loss, injury, illness, and surgery recovery.

Prep time: 10 minutes, Cook time: 30

Serves: 4

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Lemony Red Lentil, Kale, and Cilantro Soup

Ingredients:

1 t olive oil

1/2 yellow onion, chopped

1 Yukon Gold potato, cut into bite-sized cubes

1 carrot, chopped

2 large handfuls of kale, stemmed, chopped

1 handful of spinach or baby spinach, chopped

2 cloves of garlic, minced

1 t ground coriander

1/2 t cumin

1/4 t salt

2 cups split red lentils, rinsed

6 cups of low sodium vegetable broth (preferably homemade)

Add Just Before Serving:

1/2 c of grated lemon zest

1 T lemon juice

1/2 c chopped cilantro

Black pepper, red pepper flakes, or hot sauce to taste (avoid these if you're post-op ACDF)

Throw everything into an Instapot. Steam for 40 minutes. When the soup is done, add the lemon zest, lemon juice, then top with fresh cilantro and serve.

If you have more time, you can sauté the onion, carrot, garlic, potato, greens, and spices, then add the lentils and broth. Simmer for 15-20 minutes on medium heat, stirring occasionally. Turn off the heat and add the lemon zest, lemon juice and cilantro and serve with a slice of the crunchy bread of your choice.

This soup works well as is or pureed in the blender if you have any issues with swallowing. For a thicker soup, let it simmer for longer. For a thinner soup, add more broth. For those of you who love meat, feel free to add the meat of your choice to the soup or serve it on the side.