Name: Hearty Red Lentil Soup: 6 Comforting Variations to Try
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 large onions, finely chopped; 4 large garlic cloves, minced; 6 large celery stalks, diced; 5 large carrots, diced; 2 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons oil, for frying; 3 cups dry red lentils, rinsed; 9 cups low sodium vegetable broth; 14 ounces can diced tomatoes, low sodium; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, finely chopped

Description

This vibrant Red Lentil Soup is a hearty, healthy meal packed with nutritious vegetables, aromatic spices, and tender red lentils simmered to perfection.

Ingredients

Scale

2 large onions, finely chopped
4 large garlic cloves, minced
6 large celery stalks, diced
5 large carrots, diced
2 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons oil, for frying
3 cups dry red lentils, rinsed
9 cups low sodium vegetable broth
14 ounces can diced tomatoes, low sodium
2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, finely chopped

Instructions

Preheat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and swirl in the oil to coat the base. Add the finely chopped onions and minced garlic, then sauté for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until fragrant and slightly softened.
Add the diced celery stalks and carrots to the pot. Continue to sauté for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the vegetables to soften and develop flavor.
Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and red pepper flakes to the sautéed vegetables. Cook this mixture for 30 seconds, stirring frequently to toast the spices and release their aromas.
Pour in the rinsed red lentils, low sodium vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes. Stir everything together well. Increase the heat and bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling, cover the pot and reduce the heat to maintain a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
Stir in the freshly chopped parsley or cilantro right before serving. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and enjoy immediately for a nourishing and flavorful meal.

Notes

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 220
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 13g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Hearty Red Lentil Soup