Cumin Oil Soup
Looking for a comforting and flavorful soup to warm you up? This Cumin Oil Soup is the perfect combination of roasted peppers, pumpkin, and lentils, all brought together with the rich, aromatic flavour of cumin oil. With the addition of coconut milk and nutritional yeast, this soup is creamy, hearty, and packed with flavour. It’s the ideal dish for a cosy dinner or meal prep for the week ahead!
Ingredients
- 2 roasted peppers (approximately 1 cup)
- 2-3 cups steamed or roasted pumpkin
- 1¼ cups coral lentils (or lentils of choice)
- 1 tbsp miso paste
- 3-4 cups water or stock (of choice)
- 1-2 tbsp Lifetsyle Food Nutritional Yeast Flakes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¾ cup coconut milk
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Lifestyle Food Black Cumin Oil (to serve)
- Roasted seeds (to serve)
- Fresh herbs (for garnish)
- Coconut milk (for serving)
Method:
- Cook the Soup: Add the roasted peppers, pumpkin, lentils, miso paste, water or stock, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and coconut milk to a large pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the lentils are soft and tender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Once the lentils are soft, transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with roasted seeds, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of coconut milk. Add a generous drizzle of cumin oil on top for a final burst of flavour.
- Enjoy: Enjoy this rich and creamy cumin-scented soup that’s perfect for any time of year!
Why You’ll Love It:
This Cumin Oil Soup is packed with flavour, thanks to the earthy roasted peppers, sweet pumpkin, and aromatic cumin oil. The coconut milk adds creaminess, while the lentils provide heartiness and protein, making this soup a well-rounded meal. It’s the perfect combination of savoury, creamy, and comforting flavours!
