Red Lentil and Apricot Soup
Red lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are rich in fiber, making them a nutritious addition to any meal.
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: 13.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Red Lentils
- 1 cup Apricots
- 1 medium Onion
- 1 medium Carrot
- 1 stalk Celery
- 2 clove Garlic
- 4 cup Vegetable Stock
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- to taste Black Pepper
Instructions
- Rinse the red lentils under cold water.
- In a large pot, sauté the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic until softened.
- Add the red lentils, apricots, vegetable stock, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the lentils are cooked.
- Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender to puree until smooth.
- Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Let the soup rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 4g7%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 8g
- 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.