Lentil Soup

Lentil Soup

A velvety smooth and creamy blended soup featuring red lentils and carrots with a warm hint of cumin. This nourishing one-pot meal is high in protein and ready in under 25 minutes, making it perfect for quick healthy lunches or simple weeknight dinners.

4 servings
mainssides
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Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil (1 tbsp) in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion (1) and cook for 3 minutes until softened.

  2. 2

    Stir in carrots (4 medium), red lentils (0.75 cup), vegetable stock (4 cup), plant based milk (0.5 cup), and ground cumin (1 tsp). Bring the mixture to a boil.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until the lentils are soft and cooked through.

  4. 4

    Puree the soup with a hand blender or food processor until smooth. Adjust consistency with a little water if a thinner soup is desired.

  5. 5

    Ladle into bowls and garnish with [null to_serve fresh parsley], [null sprinkle mixed seeds], and [null sprinkle chili flakes].

Nutrition Facts

Per portion

208
kcal
10
Protein (g)
32
Carbs (g)
4
Fat (g)

Macronutrients

Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Fiber 7 g
Sugars 5 g

Micronutrients

iron
3mg
69% DV
sodium
363mg
63% DV
calcium
92mg
28% DV
potassium
686mg
58% DV
vitamin a
1285mcg
571% DV
vitamin c
11mg
47% DV
vitamin k
16mcg
54% DV