Diabetic-Friendly Spiced Lentil Vegetable Soup Recipe

About this recipe

A hearty and flavorful lentil soup packed with vegetables and warm spices, perfect for a healthy and satisfying dinner. This diabetic-friendly recipe is both nutritious and delicious.

Ingredients

• 100 g Garlic - Single Clove
• 50 g Thai Ginger (Shunti)
• 100 g Celery Stalk
• 500 g Carrot
• 500 g Organically Grown Sweet Potato
• 1 ltr Bertolli Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 50 g Sakthi Curry Powder
• 1 pc (52 g) On1Y Paprika Powder
• 1 pack (50 g) Tmi Colman Tezpatta Bay Leaves
• 70 g Namakwali Authentic Mix Seasoning Flavoured Salt
• 100 g Catch Sprinklers - Black Pepper Powder
• 100 g X 3 Mtr Coriander Powder Combo
• 200 g Hommade Tomato Puree

Instructions

1. 1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 minced garlic clove and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
2. 2. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon of freshly grated ginger. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. 3. Add 3 diced celery sticks, 2 chopped carrots, and 1 diced sweet potato. Stir and cook for about 3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
4. 4. Mix in 4 tablespoons of curry powder, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and 1 teaspoon of coriander powder. Stir well to coat the vegetables in the spices and cook for 1 minute.
5. 5. Add 4 bay leaves, 1 can of tomato puree, 1 cup of rinsed black lentils, and 4 cups of water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils and vegetables are tender.
6. 6. Remove the bay leaves and season the soup with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
7. 7. Serve hot and enjoy your diabetic-friendly spiced lentil vegetable soup.