Description
Spiced Lentil Soup is a warm, comforting dish that envelops you in rich, earthy flavors. Perfect for chilly nights, this hearty soup combines green lentils, vibrant vegetables, and fragrant spices to create a meal that nourishes the body and soul. With its delightful aroma filling your kitchen, this recipe is sure to become a go-to for cozy dinners or gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water until clear. Chop carrots and onion.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add carrots and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in lentils, cumin, and coriander; cook for 1 minute to toast spices.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Stir in spinach/kale and lemon juice; cook for another 5 minutes until greens are tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Substitute chickpeas for lentils for a different texture. Experiment with herbs such as thyme or bay leaves for added flavor.