Spiced Carrot and Lentil Soup: The Best Cozy Comfort Recipe
Enjoy a warm bowl of spiced carrot and lentil soup, perfect for chilly days.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup red lentils
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and carrots; sauté until soft.
- Stir in the garlic, cumin, coriander, and paprika. Cook for an additional minute.
- Add the lentils, broth, and diced tomatoes to the pot.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Stir in the spinach and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- Blend the soup for a smooth texture, if desired.
- Serve warm with bread.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like sweet potatoes or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Spiced Carrot and Lentil Soup, Comfort Recipe, Vegan Soup