Lentil Soup
A thick, warming soup with red lentils, carrots, cumin, and a squeeze of lemon. High in protein, incredibly cheap to make, and freezes beautifully.
10 min
Prep
30 min
Cook
40 min
Total
6
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Ingredients
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook onion, carrots, and celery for 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic, cumin, turmeric, and paprika. Cook 1 minute.
Add rinsed lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 25 minutes until lentils are completely soft and falling apart.
Tip: Red lentils break down naturally into a thick, creamy soup. No need to blend unless you want it extra smooth.
Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. For a smoother consistency, blend half the soup with an immersion blender.
Serve with a drizzle of olive oil, fresh herbs, and crusty bread.
Nutrition per Serving
260kcal
Calories
16g
Protein
38g
Carbs
6g
Fat
12g
Fiber
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