Moringa Lentil soup

Simple and healthy recipe

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Lentils are an amazing source of plant-based protein. Add a handful of moringa to it, and you will get a high protein-powered healthy soup. Moringa leaves are the powerhouse of nutrition. There are many ways to add this nutrient-rich fresh leaves or powder to the diet. Power up your immune system now and then by making this healthy soup

Ingredients

Coriander leaves

Lentils 1 cup. Cook separately and keep aside(optional)

Salt and pepper as required

Moringa leaves a handful. If it is powder 1 tablespoon

Lemon half slice

Cumin seeds 1/2 tsp

Garlic 5 cloves

Ginger 1 tbsp

Water 4cups

Oil 1 tsp

Shallots 3 or onion 1

Tomatoes 1

Method

Heat oil in a saucepan. Add cumin. Add onion and garlic and saute for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and cook until mushy. Add cooked lentils. Add mornga leaves and saute for 3 minutes. Add water and cook for 5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and butter. Butter is optional. Serve hot with lemon juice. You can add vegetables of your choice as well. You can also make this soup without adding lentils.

Thank you, Louise Peacock, Dennett