Description
Collard Greens & Lentil Soup with Cumin & Coriander is a nourishing, one-pot dish that warms your soul. This hearty soup features earthy lentils and vibrant collard greens, enhanced by the aromatic spices of cumin and coriander. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, it’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor and health benefits. Enjoy this comforting bowl of goodness any day of the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh collard greens, chopped
- 1 cup green lentils, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Wash and chop collard greens into bite-sized pieces. Rinse lentils under cold water until clear. Mince onion and garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil; saut? onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic for another minute.
- Stir in cumin and coriander; cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add rinsed lentils and vegetable broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- Stir in collard greens; cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted but bright green.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg