Description
Lentil and Carrot Soup is a nutritious and comforting dish that warms you from the inside out. Bursting with flavor, it’s perfect for chilly evenings or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Wash hands, chop vegetables into even pieces.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, cumin, and paprika; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in chopped carrots and rinsed lentils, ensuring they absorb the spices.
- Pour in vegetable broth to cover the mixture. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 30-40 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Before serving, stir in fresh lemon juice for a bright finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Feel free to customize with your favorite spices or vegetables. - For creamier soup, blend a portion before serving. - Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to five days or freeze for later use.