Lentil + Celery Soup
SERVES 3-4
This is a quick and delicious recipe that can be used year round!
DOSHAS
Vata - This is good for vata! Can add more ghee as needed.
Pitta - Good for pitta!
Kapha - Good for kapha. Can reduce salt.
INGREDIENTS
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp cumin powder
1 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp dried thyme leaves
3 celery stalks, ends trimmed and cut lengthwise in half then chopped in small pieces
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup brown or green lentils (soaked for 30 minutes)
2.5 cups purified water
Squeeze of lime
Fresh herbs chopped - cilantro or parsley (optional)
DIRECTIONS
In a large saucepan on medium heat add olive oil, cumin, coriander and thyme. Then add the chopped celery. Cook for a few minutes while stirring occasionally.
Add soaked lentils and salt then stir. Add water and bring to a boil.
Cook for 15 - 20 minutes or until lentils are cooked.
Prep toppings. Once lentils are cooked you can serve hot or for the summer months you can serve lukewarm or room temperature!