Description
A hearty and nourishing lentil soup infused with vibrant spices, perfect for cozy meals any time of year.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of red lentils (uncooked & washed)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 medium carrots (chopped)
- 1 medium celery stalk (diced)
- 1 tsp of turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp of ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp of salt
- 1/2 tsp of black pepper
- 4 cups of water
- 1/2 a lemon (juiced)
- 2 tbsp of olive oil
- 1 tbsp of fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until slightly translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Toss in the chopped carrots and celery. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
- Add the washed red lentils and stir to combine for another minute.
- Add 4 cups of water, turmeric, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to incorporate.
- Cover the pot, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 30-45 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
- Remove from heat, squeeze in lemon juice, and serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Adjust seasonings to taste and consider adding smoked paprika or coconut milk for a twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg