Description
A hearty, nourishing soup made with tender carrots and protein-rich lentils, gently spiced and simmered into a comforting, filling meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed
- 4 large carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh lemon juice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3. Stir in garlic, cumin, coriander, and turmeric; cook until fragrant.
- 4. Add carrots, lentils, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper.
- 5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until lentils and carrots are tender.
- 6. Blend soup partially or fully, depending on desired texture.
- 7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- 8. Serve warm with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired.
Notes
- Red lentils break down easily, creating a naturally creamy texture.
- This soup is freezer-friendly and great for meal prep.
- Add chili flakes or ginger for extra warmth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: carrot lentil soup, lentil soup, healthy soup