Creamy Red Lentil Soup

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4.5

18 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    25 mins

  • Total Time

    40 mins

  • Servings

    5 -6 servings

  • Calories

    352 kcal

  • Course

    Soup

  • Cuisine

    Indian

Creamy Red Lentil Soup

This creamy red lentil soup is made with veggies, red lentils, lots of flavorful spices, and a little coconut milk for extra creaminess.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup yellow onion diced
  • 1 cup carrot diced
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • salt fresh ground, to taste
  • black pepper fresh ground, to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic grated
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sriracha optional
  • 1 1/2 cups red lentils rinsed
  • 3 tablespoons cilantro chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable broth low sodium
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk optional, use more water or broth in it’s place, canned
  • 2-4 tablespoons lemon juice fresh

Curry Cashews (optional)

  • 1/2 cup cashew nuts raw
  • 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • kosher salt fresh ground, to taste
  • black pepper fresh ground, to taste

Instructions

Curry Cashews (optional)

  1. In a small bowl combine the oil, spices, salt and pepper. Add in the cashews and stir them until coated in the spice mixture. Add the cashew to a skillet heated over medium-low heat. Let them toast for 3-5 minutes stirring them occasionally until they're golden brown and fragrant. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Creamy Red Lentil Soup

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot add in the onion, celery, and carrots. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes. Add in the garlic, tomato paste, sriracha, and spices and sauté another minute.
  2. Add in the red lentils and cilantro and pour in the broth and water. Stir everything together and bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling lower the heat to medium-low and cover with a lid. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the lentils are tender and starting to break apart.
  3. Turn off the heat and use an immersion stick blender to purée the soup to your desired consistency. Pour in the coconut milk and lemon juice and stir until combined. Taste for seasoning and add more salt and pepper as needed. Garnish the soup with the curry cashews, cilantro, and extra sriracha if desired.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 352kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 52g (17%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g (24%) Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 243mg (10%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 6g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5-6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 352 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 352kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 52g 17%
Protein 17g 34%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 243mg 10%
Fiber 9g 36%
Sugar 6g 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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