Red Lentil and Carrot Soup
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of this Red Lentil and Carrot Soup, a nourishing dish perfect for chilly days. This creamy, dairy-free delight combines protein-packed red lentils with sweet carrots and aromatic spices to create a satisfying bowl of goodness. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s ideal for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep for the week ahead. With its vibrant color and rich taste, this soup not only warms you from the inside out but also ensures you’re fueling your body with wholesome ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 bowls 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups red lentils
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 4 large cloves garlic
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 can full-fat coconut milk
- 5 cups vegetable broth
- 4 large carrots
- 4 tbsp tomato paste
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- Add spices and chopped carrots; sauté for another 5 minutes until carrots soften.
- Stir in red lentils, tomato paste, coconut milk, and broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer covered for about 20 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Blend until smooth using a high-speed blender or immersion blender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed; serve garnished with parsley or coconut yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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