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Golden Turmeric Lentil Soup

This soul-warming soup is built around red lentils — one of the most insulin-friendly plant proteins available. Curcumin from turmeric suppresses inflammatory cytokines that spike during hormonal fluctuations, while ginger calms cortisol. The coconut cream swirl adds medium-chain triglycerides your liver converts to energy rather than fat. One bowl checks every hormonal-health box.

5 min Prep
15 min Cook
20 min Total
2 Servings
Easy Level
310 kcal
18g protein
34g carbs
7g fat
11g fiber
Red lentils have a glycaemic index of just 21 — ideal for keeping insulin steady in PCOS. A pinch of black pepper increases curcumin absorption by up to 2,000%.
Adjust servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 200 g dried red lentils, rinsed
  • 1 tbsp cold-pressed coconut oil
  • 1 medium brown onion, finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1½ tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp ground coriander
  • ½ tsp freshly grated ginger
  • 400 ml full-fat coconut milk
  • 600 ml low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • Fresh coriander leaves, to serve
  • 2 tbsp coconut cream, to swirl
  • Black pepper, to taste

Method

Step-by-step instructions

1

Sauté the aromatics

Warm coconut oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook 4–5 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and ginger, stir 60 seconds until fragrant.

2

Bloom the spices

Add turmeric, cumin, and coriander directly to the pan. Stir constantly for 30 seconds — this blooms the spices and deepens their flavour and bioavailability dramatically.

3

Add lentils and liquid

Pour in rinsed lentils, coconut milk, and vegetable broth. Stir well. Bring to a gentle boil.

4

Simmer until soft

Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer 12–15 minutes until lentils are completely soft and beginning to break down into the broth.

5

Season and finish

Squeeze in lemon juice, season with salt and pepper. For a creamier texture, blend a third of the soup and stir back in.

6

Serve beautifully

Ladle into bowls, add a swirl of coconut cream, scatter fresh coriander, and finish with cracked black pepper. Serve immediately.

Pro Tips

Make a double batch — it keeps 4 days in the fridge and freezes for 3 months.
Black pepper increases curcumin absorption by up to 2,000% — add a pinch to every turmeric dish.
Stir in 2 tbsp hemp seeds before serving for an extra 6g of protein.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving · 2 servings total

Calories 310kcal
Protein 18g
Carbohydrates 34g
Total Fat 7g
Dietary Fibre 11g

* Approximate values. Actual nutrition varies by ingredients and brands used.

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Medical Disclaimer: These recipes are for informational and educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making significant dietary changes.