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Spiced Carrot Lentil Soup

A warm, spiced carrot and lentil soup perfect for cozy evenings.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • 4 cups carrots, chopped
  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Stir in the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Add the chopped carrots, red lentils, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the carrots and lentils are tender.
  7. Use a blender to puree the soup until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 12000IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Comfort Food, Soup
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