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Spiced Lentil Soup

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A hearty and flavorful lentil soup seasoned with warming spices, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

onion

  • 1 diced onion

garlic

  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)

fresh ginger

  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)

carrots

  • 2 chopped carrots

dried lentils

  • 1 cup dried lentils (rinsed)

ground turmeric

  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric

cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin

paprika

  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

salt and pepper

  • to taste salt and pepper

vegetable broth

  • 4 cups vegetable broth

lemon juice

  • juice of 1/2 lemon lemon juice

cilantro or parsley

  • optional chopped cilantro or parsley (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Heat oil, sauté onion until translucent.
  • Add garlic, ginger, carrots; cook 1 min. Stir in spices.
  • Add lentils and broth; bring to boil, then simmer 25-30 min.
  • Blend part of the soup for thickness, season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  • Ladle into bowls, garnish with herbs, and serve.

Notes

For a creamier texture, blend more lentils or add coconut milk.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Soup
Cuisine: International
Keyword: Lentils