Creamy Carrot Red Lentil Soup Loaded with Comfort Awaits!
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A comforting and creamy soup made with carrots and red lentils, perfect for a cozy meal.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Global
- Diet: Vegan
- 1 cup red lentils
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 large carrots, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Rinse the red lentils under cold water and set aside.
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the chopped carrots and cook for a few minutes.
- Stir in the cumin, coriander, and turmeric, cooking for another minute.
- Add the rinsed lentils and vegetable broth to the pot.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Stir in the coconut milk and blend the soup until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezes well for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg