Spicy Lentil Soup
Spicy Lentil Soup is a heartwarming dish that envelops you in warmth with every spoonful. Bursting with vibrant vegetables and aromatic spices, this soup is not just a meal; it’s an experience. Perfect for chilly days or cozy gatherings, its rich flavors and comforting texture will leave you craving more. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, this recipe brings a nutritious boost to your table while delighting your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Stir in rinsed lentils and diced tomatoes with their juices.
- Add cumin, coriander, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Pour in vegetable broth to cover the ingredients by about an inch.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for about 30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg