Red Lentil and Carrot Soup Recipe

Name: Red Lentil and Carrot Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 carrots (peeled and finely chopped); 2 garlic cloves (peeled and minced); 1 large onion (peeled and finely chopped); 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 2 cups red lentils, rinsed; 6 cups chicken stock or 6 cups vegetable stock; 1 tablespoon orange zest, grated; salt; pepper (freshly ground)

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 carrots (peeled and finely chopped)
2 garlic cloves (peeled and minced)
1 large onion (peeled and finely chopped)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 cups red lentils, rinsed
6 cups chicken stock or 6 cups vegetable stock
1 tablespoon orange zest, grated
salt
pepper (freshly ground)

1
Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add carrots, garlic, and onion.
3
Cook, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes or until onion is translucent.
4
Add cumin, coriander, and turmeric.
5
Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
6
Scrape mixture into the slow cooker.
7
Add lentils, and stir in stock and orange zest.
8
Cook on low for 7 to 9 hours or on high for 3 to 5 hours or until lentils are very soft.
9
Remove 2 cups solids from soup with a slotted spoon.
10
Puree until smooth in food processor fitted with a steel blade or in a blender.
11
Return puree to the soup, and season soup with salt and pepper.

920

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

124

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.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 carrots (peeled and finely chopped), 2 garlic cloves (peeled and minced), 1 large onion (peeled and finely chopped), and more.

Yes, Red Lentil and Carrot 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.

Red Lentil and Carrot Soup

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