Lentil Soup
This Indian Style Lentil Soup is a flavorful and healthy dish that is perfect for a comforting meal. It's packed with protein and fiber from the lentils and vegetables, making it a great option for those following a vegetarian or vegan diet. The blend of aromatic Indian spices adds a unique flavor and aroma to the soup. It's also gluten-free, making it suitable for those with gluten intolerance. This soup is easy to make and can be made in large batches for meal prep or freezing
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
121 kcal
Protein
7 g
Carbs
20 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
5 g
Ingredients
Onion Finely Chopped
0.5 medium cup (75g)
clove garlic
1 tsp (5g)
Chopped Carrot
0.5 small cup (50g)
chopped tomato
1 small cup (100g)
Ground Cumin
1 tsp (2g)
Plain Water
4 large glass (1000g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Red Lentils
1 small cup (100g)
Turmeric powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Black Pepper
0.5 tsp (1g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions, tomato,garlic and carrot Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
Add cumin powder and turmeric powder. Stir well.
Add red lentils and water. Bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 30-35 minutes or until the lentils are cooked and tender.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Let the soup cool down a bit before blending it with an immersion blender or in a blender until smooth.
Reheat the soup, if necessary, and serve hot.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
NotesNutritional values are approximate and may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.
Community Reviews & Results
Garima Raj Saxena
"Tried this earlier today, and Lentil Soup has quickly become a household favorite. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Vishal Kaur Hammad
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and I am genuinely impressed by how tasty this Lentil Soup was. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."
Amit Rani Joshi
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and Lentil Soup turned out absolute perfection! The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Will be making this again very soon."
Amit Deshmukh
"Prepped this over the weekend, and this Lentil Soup recipe exceeded all my expectations. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"