Creamy Broccoli Lentil Soup
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Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 2 tsp crushed garlic
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 large carrot, chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 tbsp dried basil
- 2 cups chopped broccoli (1 large head)
- 1 cup dried green lentils (Moong Dal)
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth or Vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan
- 2 green onions, chopped for garnish (optional)
An important part of cleansing the body is to take a break from heavy fats. Creamy soups do not need to be high in fat. You can create a creamy effect from blending your soups on high with a wand blender. By immersing the wand into the soup, you create smooth low-fat soups without the hassle of transferring your soup to a blender, and it is much faster to clean. Broccoli is one of the highest-protein veggies, and lentils are second only to soybeans for maximum protein power. Protein helps to balance your blood sugar, which is the most important thing you can do to achieve personal weight balance.
METHOD
- Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
- Add onions and garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the carrots, celery and basil and cook for a few more minutes until the spices coat them nicely.
- Add the rest of the ingredients (except the broccoli) and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes hour covered.
- Cut broccoli into small florets. Add to the pot and cook for 10 more minutes.
- Using a blender, puree till smooth. Garnish with green onions if desired.
