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 45 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 12.

Print Recipe

Easy

Lentil Soup

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

Difficulty: Beginner 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 Red lentils
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Carrot
• 2 medium Celery stalks
• 3 clove Garlic cloves
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils under cold water.
2. In a large pot, sauté the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic until softened.
3. Add the lentils, vegetable broth, cumin powder, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
5. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
6. Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to blend the soup until smooth.
7. Stir in the lemon juice and fresh cilantro.
8. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

---

Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

---

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