Canadian Spiced Lentil and Apple Soup

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• 1 tbsp olive oil

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• 1 piece onion — diced

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• 1 piece carrot — peeled and diced

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• 2 clove garlic — minced

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• 1 tbsp fresh ginger — finely grated

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• 1 tsp ground cumin

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• 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon

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• 200 g red lentils — rinsed

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• 1 piece eating apple — peeled, cored and diced

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• 900 ml vegetable stock — ensure vegan

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• 2 tbsp fresh coriander — chopped, for garnish

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Step by step

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and carrot and cook for 5– 6 minutes until softened.

2. 2

   Stir in the garlic, ginger, cumin and cinnamon and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the red lentils, diced apple and vegetable stock. Bring to the boil.

4. 4

   Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 20– 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils and apple are very tender.

5. 5

   Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. For a smoother texture, use a stick blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some chunks for texture.

6. 6

   Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh coriander before serving.