Description
Warm up with this nourishing lentil and carrot soup that perfectly blends earthy lentils and sweet carrots, creating a comforting meal ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in diced carrots and rinsed lentils, mixing well.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Add cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper; reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- For a creamy texture, blend with an immersion blender or enjoy it chunky.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Substitute carrots with sweet potatoes for a different flavor profile. Experiment with spices like paprika or chili flakes for added heat.