Spiced Carrot and Lentil Soup
Spiced Carrot and Lentil Soup is a flavorful and healthy soup that is perfect for cold weather. It's a low-calorie option, making it an excellent addition to any diet. The combination of carrots, lentils, and a blend of aromatic spices creates a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a light meal or as a starter. This recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan, making it suitable for many dietary preferences.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
127 kcal
Protein
7 g
Carbs
21 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
5 g
Ingredients
Lentil dal
0.5 cup (100g)
Chopped Carrot
1.5 medium cup (200g)
Chopped Onion
1 small cup (80g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Garlic paste
1 tsp (5g)
Cumin Powder
0.5 tsp (1g)
Coriander Powder
0.5 tsp (1g)
Turmeric powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Plain Water
4 medium cup (1000g)
Common Salt
0.5 tsp (2g)
Black Pepper
0.5 tsp (1g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp (5g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
Add ground cumin, ground coriander, and ground turmeric. Stir well.
Add chopped carrots, red lentils, and water. Bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the carrots and 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 cilantro leaves.
Community Reviews & Results
Tarun Rani Sen
"Including this in my weekly meal plan, and Spiced Carrot and Lentil Soup fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Sunita Kumari Roy
"My dietitian recently added this to my plan, and this Spiced Carrot and Lentil Soup recipe exceeded all my expectations. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."
Amit Mani Thakur
"Made this for lunch on Tuesday, and I'm really happy with how easy and practical it was to prepare. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Seema Singh Srivastava
"Following this recipe for 2 weeks now, and Spiced Carrot and Lentil Soup turned out absolute perfection! Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! A must-try dish on your wellness journey."