Red Lentil Soup

A warm and nourishing red lentil soup, perfect for any meal, packed with protein and fiber.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Course Main Course, Soup

Cuisine Comfort Food, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings servings

Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 cup red lentils
1 medium onion, diced
2 medium carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 medium lemon, juiced
1 teaspoon cumin
to taste Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon Olive oil

Instructions

Preparation

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
Stir in garlic and cumin, cooking until fragrant.
Add lentils and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, until lentils are tender.
Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until creamy.
Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve warm.

Notes

For added flavor, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro. Pair with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 5gSodium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3g

Keyword Easy Dinner, Healthy Soup, Protein-rich, Red Lentil Soup, Vegan Recipe

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