I Added Pumpkin to Lentil Soup… And It Was So Good! 🎃

A warm bowl of homemade lentil & pumpkin soup, filled with comforting flavors and fragrant spices. 🍲🎃🌿 This simple soup is inspired by Moroccan home cooking, made with everyday ingredients, extra virgin olive oil, fresh cilantro, and a beautiful blend of warming spices. Perfect for cozy autumn and winter days, when all you want is something homemade, nourishing, and delicious. 🌿 Ingredients Lentils Pumpkin, diced 1 onion Garlic Extra virgin olive oil Fresh cilantro Warm water, enough to cover all the ingredients 1 lemon slice (optional) ✨ Warming spices A little black pepper Ground cumin Ground coriander seeds Ground ginger A small pinch of turmeric 🍲 How to prepare 1. Soak the lentils in water overnight. Drain and rinse them the following day. 2. Heat the olive oil in a pot, then add the onion and garlic. 3. Add the lentils, diced pumpkin, and spices. 4. Pour in enough warm water to cover all the ingredients. 5. Cover and simmer over medium heat for approximately 40 minutes. 6. Add the fresh cilantro and optional lemon slice. 7. Cover and cook for another 10 minutes. 8. Serve warm with a little extra ground cumin sprinkled on top. Simple ingredients, timeless flavors, and a little love in every bowl. ❤️ Stay warm, eat well, and take good care of yourself. 🌿 If you enjoyed this recipe, please like, share, and subscribe to Ancestral Flavors for more simple homemade recipes inspired by Moroccan and Mediterranean traditions. #LentilSoup #PumpkinSoup #HomemadeSoup #ComfortFood #AncestralFlavors