Cozy Lentil Soup With Delicata Squash Recipe

Name: Cozy Lentil Soup With Delicata Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced small; 1/4 teaspoon sea salt; 2 carrots, peele and diced small; 2 celery ribs, diced small; 1 medium delicata squash, peel, seeded and cut into 1/2 inch cubes; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon coriander; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 cup dry green lentils, rinsed well; 8 cups broth, vegetable or 8 cups chicken; 1 cup tightly packed kale, stemmed and thinkly sliced

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced small
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
2 carrots, peele and diced small
2 celery ribs, diced small
1 medium delicata squash, peel, seeded and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon coriander
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup dry green lentils, rinsed well
8 cups broth, vegetable or 8 cups chicken
1 cup tightly packed kale, stemmed and thinkly sliced

1
Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or heavy soup pot over medium heat. Add onion and a pinch of salt and saute until translucent, about 4 mnutes. Add carrots, celery, squash and another pinch of salt and saute until all vegetables are just tender, about 5 minutes.
2
Stir in curry powder, cumin, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoons of salt and red pepper flakes. Add lentils and stir to coat. Pour in 1/2 cup of broth to deglaze the pot, stirring to loosen any bits stuck to the bottom and cook until liquid is reduced by half. Add remaining broth. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Decrease heat to low. Cover and simmer until lentils are tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.
3
Taste and adjust salt, if needed. Stir in kale and cook until tender, about 3 minutes.
4
VARIATIONS: Substitute fennel for the celery to add more depth to the flavor. If you have trouble finding delicata squash, use its cousin, butternut squash.

966

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

155

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 yellow onion, diced small, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, 2 carrots, peele and diced small, and more.

Yes, Cozy Lentil Soup With Delicata Squash falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cozy Lentil Soup With Delicata Squash

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Variations & substitutions

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