Lentils Taro Vegan Soup

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Lentils are know to be a very beneficial source of proteins and fiber, with almost no fat. Taro contain a lot of benefits, such as its richness in fibers, Manganese, Vitamin B6, Vitamin E, Potassium, Copper, Vitamin C and Phosphorus. In this recipe we present you a delicious soup made of lentils and taro, an ideal starter which is completely vegan friendly.

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Total Time 1

Servings: 4 people

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Lebanese

Calories: 562

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

2 cups Red Lentils Washed
500 grams Taro Sliced
2 tbsp Vegetable Corn Oil
1 big Onion
1 tsp Salt
2 Lemons Squeezed

Equipment

One big pot

Method

Cut the onion is small pieces
Afterwards, put the oil in a big pot on medium heat and pour in the previously cut onion
Then, once the onions start melting, add in the sliced taro and frequently stir for about 5 minutes
Now add the lentils, and frequently stir for about 2 mins
Then add 1.5 liters of water to the pot as well as the salt and wait for it to start boiling
Now once the water starts boiling, reduce the heat to minimal, cover the pot with a lid and leave it for 40 mins until the lentils and taro are well cooked
After 40 minutes, add the lemon juice, stir while still at minimal heat and wait for 5 minutes with the lid on
Turn off the heat and you’re done!

Notes

Our Cooking Hints:

Do not add the lemon juice before the lentils and taro are cooked, otherwise your dish will taste sourly
Since it’s a soup it will taste better hot
You can add croutons bread to it for an even tastier experience

Reference: 7 health benefits of taro