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Vegan Lentil Tortilla Soup: Best 30-Minute Comfort Food Recipe

Vegan Lentil Tortilla Soup
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A hearty and flavorful vegan lentil tortilla soup loaded with protein-rich lentils, tomatoes, warm spices, and topped with crispy tortilla strips a comforting and nourishing plant-based meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Corn tortillas, sliced into strips
  • Oil for baking or frying tortilla strips
  • Fresh cilantro and avocado for topping

Instructions

  • 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • 2. Add onion, garlic, and carrot; sauté until softened.
  • 3. Stir in cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • 4. Add lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth; stir well.
  • 5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until lentils are tender.
  • 6. Stir in corn and lime juice.
  • 7. Meanwhile, bake or fry tortilla strips until crispy.
  • 8. Ladle soup into bowls and top with crispy tortilla strips, cilantro, and avocado.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add diced jalapeño.
  • Blend part of the soup for a thicker texture.
  • Soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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Keywords: vegan lentil tortilla soup, plant based soup, healthy lentil soup, dairy free dinner

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