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Red Lentil Soup With Harissa
Instructions
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Combine all of the soup ingredients in a large slow cooker. Cook on high 4-6 hours or on low for 8-10 hours, until the vegetables and lentils are tender.
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Optional: Using an immersion (or regular) blender, puree about half of the soup. (Note: If using a regular blender, don’t fill it too much, or you will have a soup explosion on your hands!). Add it back to the pot and stir well. *This step is not necessary*. I just like the texture, but it’s good either way!
3
Stir the kale and lemon juice into the soup. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the kale is wilted but not soggy. Serve with a drizzle of cream or yogurt (coconut works great to keep it vegan!), lemons, cilantro, and crusty bread.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Toast Your Spices First 🔥Bloom the cumin, coriander, and turmeric in the pot with onions before adding liquid to unlock their essential oils and deepen the soup's flavor complexity.
- Swirl Harissa at the End ⚡Stir harissa paste into the finished soup rather than cooking it long, preserving its vibrant spice notes and preventing the heat from becoming flat or bitter.
- Blend Partially for Perfect Texture 🥣Immersion blend only half the soup once lentils are tender to create a creamy base while maintaining some whole vegetables for textural contrast.
- Add Coconut Cream at Service 🥥Stir in coconut cream just before serving or drizzle on individual bowls to maintain its silky richness and prevent it from breaking down during long simmering.
- Fresh Citrus and Cilantro Last 🍋Finish each bowl with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and cilantro right before eating to brighten flavors and add freshness that cuts through the richness and spice.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low-Cholesterol
Low Fat
My Calorie Intake
Smart Nutrition 
Nutrition Per Serving
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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