Golden Turmeric Lentil Soup
A warm, comforting soup with vibrant golden color from turmeric, creamy coconut milk, and aromatic spices. This indian-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 50 minutes pairs rinsed yellow split peas, diced carrots, stalks, diced celery for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, rinsed yellow split peas
- 2, diced carrots
- 2 stalks, diced celery
- 1, diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp turmeric powder. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 1 cup rinsed yellow split peas, 4 cups vegetable broth, and 1/2 tsp salt. Bring to a boil.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until peas are tender. Stir in 1 can coconut milk and cook for 10 minutes until soup is creamy and slightly thickened. Adjust seasoning and serve.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Golden Turmeric Lentil Soup take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (10 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Golden Turmeric Lentil Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep rinsed yellow split peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Golden Turmeric Lentil Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Golden Turmeric Lentil Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Golden Turmeric Lentil Soup vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 40-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
