Lentil Soup

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are often considered one of the oldest cultivated crops in the world.

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: 15.

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Lentil Soup

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: International Courses: Lunch, Soup 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 Lentils
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Carrot
• 2 stalk Celery
• 3 clove Garlic
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils and set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Cook until vegetables are tender.
4. Add tomato paste, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
5. Add lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes or until lentils are tender.
6. Stir in lemon juice.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

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.