Ingredients
32 oz chicken broth
32 oz water
1/4 c. onion, chopped
1/2 c. carrots, peeled and chopped
3 stalks of celery, washed and chopped
Half a butternut squash, cut into half inch cubes
1 cup of lentils
Garlic Salt & Pepper to Taste
Colander full of kale, chopped
Directions
1. Add chicken broth & water to a large cooking pot
2. Bring onion, carrots, celery, butternut squash, and lentils to a boil
3. Reduce heat, cook 20 minutes
4. Add kale, cook an additional 10 minutes
Why Eat Butternut Squash, Kale, & Lentils?
Butternut Squash provides significant amount of potassium, important for bone health, and vitamin B6, essential for the proper functioning of both the nervous and immune systems. It also contains folate, which makes if heart-healthy and helps guard against brain and spinal-cord-related birth defects!
Kale is high in iron (important for cell growth and proper liver function), Vitamin K (fends off cancer), Vitamin A (great for your vision and skin), Vitamin C (boost immune system and metabolism), & Calcium (fights osteoporosis)!
Lentils are high in fiber which reduces the risk of heart disease, regulates blood sugar levels, and help to lower cholesterol. Lentils are also a great source of Vitamin B, Iron, & Protein!
