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Spinach, Lentil, and Butter Bean Soup

Spinach, Lentil, and Butter Bean Soup
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Cozy up with a bowl of Spinach, Lentil, and Butter Bean Soup, a nourishing dish brimming with plant-based protein and fiber. This hearty vegan soup is bursting with vibrant flavors from warming spices like cumin and smoked paprika. Perfect for chilly days or as a nutritious lunch option, this budget-friendly recipe is simple to prepare, taking just under an hour from start to finish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) butter beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp ground turmeric
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Lemon wedges (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Add lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, smoked paprika, and turmeric to the pot.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender.
  6. Stir in butter beans and chopped spinach; simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach wilts.
  7. Season with salt and pepper before serving hot.

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