Smokey Lentil Soup

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are commonly used in various cuisines around 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: 14.

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Smokey Lentil Soup

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: International Courses: Dinner, 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
• 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 4 cup Vegetable Stock
• 2 tablespoon Tomato Paste
• 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils and set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
3. Add smoked paprika and cumin. Stir well.
4. Add lentils, vegetable stock, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes or until lentils are cooked.
5. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
6. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
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 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.