Red Lentil Sweet Potato Soup

Instructions

• Creamy sweet potatoes and lentils bring a bold yet sweet flavor to this soup with an extra kick from tangy ginger and superfood turmeric. In other words, our satisfying Red Lentil Sweet Potato Soup made with hearty Success® White Rice is the meal you need in your recipe box!

  Step 1

• Prepare rice according to package directions.

  Step 2

• Meanwhile, bring broth to boil in large saucepan set over high heat; stir in sweet potatoes, lentils, ginger and turmeric. Reduce heat to medium; simmer for 10 to 13 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender.

  Step 3

• Stir in kale and rice; cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until kale is tender and rice is heated through.

  Recipe Tips

  Garnish soup with a dollop of Greek yogurt, drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle of cilantro for a jazzed-up presentation.

  For a heartier soup, add rinsed and drained canned chickpeas, red beans or brown lentils.

Heartwarming Soups

The taste of fresh ginger is often described as spicy and warm which makes it the perfect addition to this comforting soup. You’ll be going back for seconds, maybe even thirds! This hearty soup is just what you need to soothe your soul when the temperatures drop, made with immune-boosting turmeric, sweet potato, white rice, lentils and kale. It’s meat-free, but all of the filling ingredients will definitely keep you feeling satisfied.

Rich soups and hearty stews are top-tier Homemade Warm and Hearty Comfort Dishes, but sometimes a big bowl of heartwarming soup is just what you need, no matter the weather. Combining ginger, sweet honey and earthy turmeric, our creamy Carrot Ginger Turmeric Soup with Chicken and Rice is another perfect cure for the winter blues.

How to Prepare Lentils

Make sure you give your dry red lentils a quick rinse to get rid of any dirt or residue. Follow the cooking directions on your lentil package, however, you can also cook your lentils with a ratio of 1:3, add lentils and your liquid of choice in a pot. Once it’s boiling, cover and reduce heat until lentils are tender — about 15 minutes. Voilá! Homemade lentils ready to add into any stew or soup.

Choosing the Best Lentil for Your Dish

Red lentils bring nutty, earthy and slightly sweet flavors to your soup, and because they’re the quickest legume to cook, it’s worth your while to make. Of course, if you’re short on time, a canned or jarred legume works just as well. For an even heartier dish, chickpeas, red beans, or brown lentils — rinsed and drained — are great options. Swap out the red lentils or mix in both, adjusting the other ingredients accordingly.

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