Lentil + Celery Soup

Lentil + Celery Soup

SERVES 3-4

This is a quick and delicious recipe that can be used year round!

DOSHAS

Vata - This is good for vata! Can add more ghee as needed.

Pitta - Good for pitta!

Kapha - Good for kapha. Can reduce salt.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp cumin powder

• 1 tsp coriander powder

• 1/2 tsp dried thyme leaves

• 3 celery stalks, ends trimmed and cut lengthwise in half then chopped in small pieces

• 3/4 tsp salt

• 1/2 cup brown or green lentils (soaked for 30 minutes)

• 2.5 cups purified water

• Squeeze of lime

• Fresh herbs chopped - cilantro or parsley (optional)

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large saucepan on medium heat add olive oil, cumin, coriander and thyme. Then add the chopped celery. Cook for a few minutes while stirring occasionally.

2. Add soaked lentils and salt then stir. Add water and bring to a boil.

3. Cook for 15 - 20 minutes or until lentils are cooked.

4. Prep toppings. Once lentils are cooked you can serve hot or for the summer months you can serve lukewarm or room temperature!