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Lentil Soup Recipe

Emily Carter
A cozy vegan lentil soup made with simple ingredients, hearty texture, and soothing flavor perfect for lazy days and hungry moods.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 190 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1 carrot diced
  • 1 tomato chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 3 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped coriander

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a pot.
  • Add onion.
  • Stir two minutes.
  • Add carrot.
  • Add tomato.
  • Cook three minutes.
  • Add garlic.
  • Add turmeric.
  • Add cumin.
  • Mix gently.
  • Add lentils.
  • Add water or broth.
  • Add salt.
  • Add pepper.
  • Stir well.
  • Cover pot.
  • Cook twenty minutes.
  • Open lid.
  • Add lemon juice.
  • Add coriander.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Calories: 190
Total Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 10g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

Iron: 10%
Folate: 8%
Vitamin A: 6%
Potassium: 7%
Magnesium: 5%

Additional Notes / Tips

  • Add extra lemon for brightness.
  • Blend half the soup for a creamier texture.
  • A pinch of chili flakes boosts flavor beautifully.