Gerry’s Lentil Soup

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are often considered a staple food in many cultures around the world.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Gerry’s Lentil Soup

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: International, Mediterranean Courses: Lunch, Soup, Vegan, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Red lentils
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 stalk Celery stalks
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley
• 4 piece Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.
2. Chop the carrots, onion, garlic, and celery.
3. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
4. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté for 5 minutes.
5. Add cumin powder, paprika, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
6. Add the rinsed lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
7. Reduce heat, cover the pot, and simmer for 30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
8. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.