Fragrant Indian Carrot and Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Fragrant Indian Carrot and Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons unsalted butter; 1 1/2 tablespoons grated fresh peeled ginger root; 1/2 teaspoon each ground allspice, cumin, and chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon curry powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 2 onions, finely chopped; 1 parsnip, chopped (if unavailable, add another 1 1/2 cups carrots); 1 stalk of celery, chopped; 18 ounces carrots, sliced (about 4-5 cups); 1 cup dried red lentils, washed; 1/4 cup brown basmati rice; 8 cups vegetable broth; One x 14-ounce can of reduced-fat coconut milk; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 tablespoons grated fresh peeled ginger root
1/2 teaspoon each ground allspice, cumin, and chili powder
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
2 onions, finely chopped
1 parsnip, chopped (if unavailable, add another 1 1/2 cups carrots)
1 stalk of celery, chopped
18 ounces carrots, sliced (about 4-5 cups)
1 cup dried red lentils, washed
1/4 cup brown basmati rice
8 cups vegetable broth
One x 14-ounce can of reduced-fat coconut milk
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

1
1 Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan, add the ginger, allspice, cumin, chili powder, curry powder, and ground coriander.
2
Cook over medium heat for 3 minutes.
3
2 Add the vegetables, stir to combine, and cook for another 8 minutes.
4
Add the lentils and rice and stir in, before adding the broth.
5
Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and the lentils have started to break down.
6
3 Blend half the soup in a blender or food processor until smooth.
7
Return to the rest of the mixture, and add the coconut milk, lime juice, and cilantro.
8
Heat through but do not let it boil again-this is important.
9
Serve immediately.

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

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons unsalted butter, 1 1/2 tablespoons grated fresh peeled ginger root, 1/2 teaspoon each ground allspice, cumin, and chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon curry powder, and more.

Yes, Fragrant Indian Carrot and 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.

Fragrant Indian Carrot and Lentil Soup

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