Description
Warm Spiced Lentil Soup is a nourishing delight that wraps you in warmth with every spoonful. This hearty soup features tender green or brown lentils, aromatic spices like cumin and coriander, and a medley of vegetables. It’s not only easy to prepare but also brimming with nutrients, making it perfect for cozy evenings at home or gatherings with friends. Serve it alongside crusty bread for a complete meal that satisfies both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic, cumin, and coriander; stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in lentils and vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes until lentils are tender.
- For a creamy texture, blend half of the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender before returning it to the pot.
- Season with salt, pepper, or lemon juice; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg