Yessss — Turmeric Coconut Lentil Soup 🌾🥥🌞 is that golden, nourishing bowl of sunshine that warms you from the inside out. Creamy, spiced, gently earthy, and totally soul-soothing — it’s like a cozy blanket for your tastebuds. ✨🍲💛
🌞 Turmeric Coconut Lentil Soup
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 tsp ground turmeric ✨
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- Pinch of chili flakes (optional for warmth)
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 4 cups veggie broth or water
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk 🥥
- Juice of ½ lemon or lime 🍋
- Salt & pepper to taste
Toppings (optional but fun):
- Fresh cilantro or parsley 🌿
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Chili oil drizzle
- Squeeze of lime
- Microgreens or crispy chickpeas
Instructions:
- Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin & chili flakes. Cook 1–2 mins until fragrant.
- Stir in lentils, broth, and a big pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer for 20 mins, until lentils are soft.
- Stir in coconut milk. Simmer for 5–10 more mins to thicken and deepen flavor.
- Finish with lemon/lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot in cozy bowls with all your fave toppings.
Flavor Vibe:
Creamy, comforting, with that earthy turmeric glow and a hint of tropical flair. Like if golden hour had a flavor. 🌅💛
Serving Ideas:
- Ladled over basmati rice or quinoa
- With warm naan or crusty bread on the side
- In a mug for sipping on chilly days (or when you need a little grounding)
Wanna pair this with a moodboard, soft lofi sound snippet, or minimalist carousel post breakdown? I can cook that up too 🍲🎶📲
