Smoky Tomato Lentil Soup (Easy!)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
5 medium bowls
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Calories
187 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Soup
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Cuisine
Vegan, gluten-free
Smoky Tomato Lentil Soup (Easy!)
Description
Smoky Tomato Lentil Soup (Easy!) combines sautéed yellow onions and garlic with smoked paprika for a smoky base. Canned fire-roasted diced tomatoes add a robust tomato flavor. The addition of green or brown lentils thickens the soup and provides a satisfying texture.
The soup is gently simmered until the lentils are tender. Fresh baby spinach is stirred in just before serving to add brightness and a fresh texture contrast. The final seasoning with salt and pepper balances out the flavors, while optional fresh basil or parsley garnishes add herbal notes.
This soup offers a fairly thick, dense texture as written. It suits a cozy lunch or light dinner, especially when paired with crusty bread or a simple side. Adjustments can be made to thin the soup with more broth if preferred. The smokiness can be enhanced by adding chipotle pepper in adobo or ground form, though care should be taken with spice levels.
Ingredients
- 1 yellow onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika (or up to 2 tsp.)
- 28 oz. diced tomatoes fire-roasted, canned
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup green lentils or brown lentils
- 1-2 cups spinach fresh baby
Toppings (optional):
- basil fresh basil or parsley, for serving
Instructions
- Dice onion.
- In a stockpot over medium-high heat, add onion and sauté for about 8 minutes. (I use 3 Tbsp. water/broth for no-oil sauté method, adding more as needed.)
- Meanwhile, mince garlic.
- When onion is translucent, add garlic and smoked paprika. Stir and cook 1 minute.
- Then add diced tomatoes, broth, and lentils (rinsed well and drained).
- Bring to a light boil. Then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 25-30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- Roughly chop spinach and stir in during the last couple minutes of cooking.
- Salt & pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped basil or parsley before serving if desired.
Notes
- Add extra vegetable broth if a thinner soup consistency is desired.
- Adjust smokiness and heat by adding chipotle peppers or powder carefully, starting with a small amount.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5medium bowls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 187 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 187kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Potassium | 754mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 14g | 56% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1460IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 87mg | 9% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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