Description
A comforting and flavorful Spiced Carrot and Lentil Soup recipe that is perfect for chilly days. This hearty soup is packed with nutritious ingredients and warming spices.
Ingredients
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Spices:
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1–2 teaspoons chili
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
Soup:
- 600 grams carrots, sliced
- 150 grams red lentils
- 1.5 liters vegetable stock
- 1 handful fresh coriander, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the oil: In a pot over medium heat, sauté the onion until soft. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add spices: Stir in coriander, cumin, chili, turmeric, and ginger; cook for 1 minute.
- Cook soup: Add carrots, lentils, and stock. Simmer for 25 minutes until tender.
- Blend: Use a hand blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Finish: Stir in coriander, season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish as desired.
Notes
- Find substitutions, photos, FAQs, and a video in the blog post!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 250 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
