Red Lentil and Pumpkin Soup
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4.7
Red Lentil and Pumpkin Soup
Description
This Red Lentil and Pumpkin Soup uses diced onions, garlic, and grated fresh ginger sautéed in olive oil to build a flavorful base. The addition of curry powder enhances the warm and earthy notes of the pumpkin purée and red lentils. The ingredients simmer together in vegetable broth until the lentils soften, creating a thick, creamy consistency without the need for pureeing.
The soup’s texture combines the smoothness of pumpkin with the body lentils provide, while the spices give it a gentle heat and depth. Served hot with bread, it makes for a satisfying meal starter or light main course during cooler weather.
The recipe advises tasting and adjusting salt at the end to balance the flavors. Cooking time is about 20 minutes of simmering after the broth comes to a boil.
Ingredients
- 1 yellow onion $0.31
- 2 cloves garlic $0.16
- 1 tsp ginger $0.10, grated fresh
- 1 Tbsp olive oil $0.16
- 1 Tbsp curry powder $0.30
- 1 oz. can pumpkin $1.05, puree
- 1 cup red lentils $0.67, dry
- 6 cups vegetable broth $0.78
- 1/2 tsp salt $0.02
Instructions
- Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger to a large pot with the olive oil and sauté over medium heat until the onions are soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add the curry powder and continue to sauté for about a minute more.
- Next, add the pumpkin purée, lentils, and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
- Place a lid on the pot and bring the soup up to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, turn the heat down to medium-low. Simmer the soup, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes.
- Finally, taste the soup and add salt to taste (about ½ tsp). Serve hot with bread for dipping!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 61.33 cups each
Amount Per Serving
Calories 175 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1.33cups | |
| Calories | 175kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1141mg | 48% |
| Fiber | 12g | 48% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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