Ingredients for Indian Lentils And Rice Soup
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Vegetable Broth
- Dried Lentils
- Ground Turmeric
- Salt to taste
- Tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- Of Fresh Mint
- Cooked Rice
- Plain Nonfat Yogurt
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How to Make Indian Lentils And Rice Soup
- Spray a 3-quart saucepan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Add the chopped green onions, grated ginger, minced red pepper (if using), and minced garlic to the saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are tender.
- Stir in the 5 cups of vegetable broth, 1 cup of rinsed red lentils, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, and salt to taste.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender. Add more broth if needed to maintain desired consistency.
- Stir in the diced tomato, shredded coconut (if using), and chopped mint (if using).
- Serve the soup hot over cooked rice. Top with a dollop of plain yogurt.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
10 g
Sugar
28g
Fat
11g
Carbs
21g
