Golden Lentil Soup

Lentils are one of the oldest cultivated crops and have been eaten for thousands of years. They are a great source of plant-based protein and are rich in fiber and nutrients.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Golden Lentil Soup

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Yellow Lentils
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Carrot
• 2 stalks Celery
• 3 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Coriander
• 4 cups Vegetable Stock
• 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils under cold water.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add chopped onion, carrot, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in turmeric, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper.
5. Add rinsed lentils and vegetable stock to the pot. Bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 25 minutes or until lentils are tender.
7. Remove from heat and let the soup rest for 5 minutes.
8. Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, blend the soup until smooth.
9. Stir in lemon juice and adjust seasoning if needed.
10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 38g13%

Sugars 4g

Protein 13g26%

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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.