Description
A warm and comforting red lentil soup with a creamy texture, gentle spices, and a bright finish of lemon, perfect for an easy nourishing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat.
- Add olive oil, onion, and garlic, then cook until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in cumin and paprika and cook briefly until aromatic.
- Add red lentils, vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Blend partially or fully to reach your desired texture.
- Stir in lemon juice, taste, and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
- Adjust thickness by adding extra broth or water if needed.
- The soup tastes even better the next day.
- Blend only half for a more rustic texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: red lentil soup, easy lentil soup, vegan soup, healthy soup, quick soup recipe