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Butternut Squash & Red Lentil Soup
Butternut squash is rich in beta-carotene and lentils contribute plant protein and fiber. This batch soup is a reliable weekday lunch standby.
15 min prep · 35 min cook · 50 min in total · serves 4
What you need
- 1 medium butternut squash, cubed
- 150g red lentils, rinsed
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin
- 800ml vegetable stock
- Coconut milk 100ml (optional)
- Olive oil, salt, pepper
What to do
- 1Roast squash at 200°C / 400°F with oil, salt, and turmeric for 25 min.
- 2Soften onion in a pot; add garlic and cumin; cook 2 min.
- 3Add lentils, stock, and roasted squash; simmer 20 min.
- 4Blend until smooth; stir in coconut milk if using; season.