by THEYUMMYBOWL
Red Lentil Soup - a thick and hearty ‘’spiced’’ creamy soup with an incredible combination of red lentils, turmeric, ginger, cumin, coconut milk, onions, and spinach. Gluten Free, Dairy free & Vegan.
In a large pot, add the oil, onion, and garlic. Add a pinch of salt, stir, and sauté over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes until the onion softens.
Stir in the turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, and cardamom until combined. Continue cooking for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the diced tomatoes (with juices), entire can of coconut milk, red lentils, broth, salt, and plenty of pepper. Add red pepper flakes or cayenne, if desired, to taste. Stir to combine. Increase heat to high and bring to a low boil.