Ayurvedic Spinach-Mung Detox Soup

We all know how stress can take the life out of us! When we start feeling out of control, start skipping meals, have our mind starting to race, have difficulty getting sleep — our bodies are giving us early symptoms of vata imbalance. This is the time to slow down, take time to rest, enjoy nature, and savor warm, soothing soups! The combination of mung beans and spinach makes this dish not only protein-rich, but also a nutritiously dense, balanced meal. When we eat according to our body constitution and in tune with the changing seasons, the natural outcome is detoxification and weight loss.

SPINACH-MUNG DETOX SOUP

INGREDIENTS

• 1-2 teaspoon unrefined sesame oil or olive oil
• 1 tablespoon date paste
• 1 teaspoon fresh minced ginger
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2-1 teaspoon crushed black pepper
• A pinch of red chili flakes (optional)
• 2 teaspoons cumin powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 1 teaspoon allspice
• 1-2 teaspoons lemon/lime juice
• 2 tablespoons nut paste (pumpkin seeds and walnuts)
• Salt, to taste
• 1 cup chopped leeks or onions
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup cooked yellow split mung beans
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped spinach
• 1/2 cup diced carrots
• 2-4 cups water or vegetable broth

PREPARATION

1. Take a stock pot, add the oil and saute the chopped veggies along with all the seasonings except spinach. Sauté for 5-10 minutes. Now, add the spinach and water to the mixture. Sauté for few more minutes. At the end add the mung beans and simmer until everything is well incorporated.
2. Blend to a soup like consistency. When ready to serve, garnish with parsley and tomatoes. Small cubed avocados go well with this soup.

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