Brown Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Brown Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup brown lentils; 4 cups water; 1 tomatoes (crushed or pureed); 2 chopped garlic cloves; 1 grated piece ginger (about 1 inch); ¼ teaspoon turmeric; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 pinch chopped cilantro leaf; salt; 1 tablespoon oil or 1 tablespoon butter; 1 teaspoon cumin seed; ¼ teaspoon ground red chili pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup brown lentils
4 cups water
1 tomatoes (crushed or pureed)
2 chopped garlic cloves
1 grated piece ginger (about 1 inch)
¼ teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pinch chopped cilantro leaf
salt
1 tablespoon oil or 1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon cumin seed
¼ teaspoon ground red chili pepper

1
Make the lentils:.
2
Soak lentils in water for 1 hours.
3
Boil lentils until foam develops.
4
Scoop off and discard the foam.
5
Add all ingredients and boil for 30 minutes.
6
Add cilantro and 1 TBSP lemon juice.
7
Make the seasoning:.
8
Heat 1 TBSP oil in a small pan or pot.
9
Add the cumin seeds until they pop.
10
Add red pepper and quickly stir.
11
Pour this mixture into the pot of lentils.
12
Stir and serve hot.

192

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup brown lentils, 4 cups water, 1 tomatoes (crushed or pureed), 2 chopped garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Brown Lentil Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Brown Lentil Soup

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions