Description
A comforting and flavorful Spiced Carrot and Lentil Soup that is perfect for a cozy meal. This soup combines the sweetness of carrots with the earthy flavors of lentils and aromatic spices, creating a hearty and nutritious dish.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1–2 teaspoon chili
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
- 600 grams carrots, sliced
- 150 grams red lentils
- 1.5 liters vegetable stock
- 1 handful fresh coriander, chopped
Spiced Carrot and Lentil Soup:
Instructions
- Heat the oil: In a pot on medium heat, sauté the onion until soft and translucent. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add spices: Stir in coriander, cumin, chili, turmeric, and ginger. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add vegetables and stock: Put in carrots, lentils, and vegetable stock. Simmer for 25 minutes until tender.
- Blend: Use a hand blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, use a stand-alone blender.
- Finish: Stir in chopped coriander, season with salt and pepper. Serve hot with garnishes.
Notes
- Substitutions, step-by-step photos, FAQs, and a video for this recipe are available in the blog post.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
