Carrot and Red Lentil Soup
Creamy Carrot and Red Lentil Soup blended smooth with warming spices, sweet carrots, and protein-packed red lentils. A nourishing vegan soup perfect for cold days and meal prep.
- Author: ssam
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 40 mins
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Vegan
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 6 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
- 2. Add cumin, coriander, and turmeric; stir for 1 minute.
- 3. Add chopped carrots, red lentils, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- 4. Reduce heat and simmer 25-30 minutes until carrots and lentils are very soft.
- 5. Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth (or transfer to blender in batches).
- 6. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.
Notes
- No blender? Mash with potato masher for rustic texture.
- Add coconut milk for extra creaminess.
- Freezes perfectly for up to 3 months.
- Top with roasted chickpeas for crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: carrot lentil soup, red lentil soup, vegan soup, creamy carrot soup