Lentil Soup with Root Vegetables For Two

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are often used in vegetarian and vegan dishes for their nutritional benefits.

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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Lentil Soup with Root Vegetables For Two

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: International, Vegetarian 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: 2 Calories: 500

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Red lentils
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 1 small Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.
2. Peel and chop the carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic cloves.
3. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
4. Add the chopped onion and garlic cloves, and sauté until fragrant.
5. Add the chopped carrots and potatoes, and cook for a few minutes.
6. Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, water, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper.
7. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the lentils and vegetables are tender.
8. Remove the pot from the heat and let the soup rest for 5 minutes.
9. Stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice.
10. Serve the lentil soup hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4g7%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

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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.