Spicy Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Spicy Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup red lentil, and water to cover (will be drained off); 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped small; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 cup zucchini, diced small; 1/2 cup carrot, diced small; 5 cups vegetable stock; salt and pepper, to taste; 1 -2 ounce linguine, broken into 1-inch pieces; 2 -4 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional); cream, sour cream (optional) or neufchatel cheese (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup red lentil, and water to cover (will be drained off)
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped small
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 cup zucchini, diced small
1/2 cup carrot, diced small
5 cups vegetable stock
salt and pepper, to taste
1 -2 ounce linguine, broken into 1-inch pieces
2 -4 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional)
cream, sour cream (optional) or neufchatel cheese (optional)

1
Wash and pick over lentils. Cover with water and leave to soak for 15 minutes.
2
While lentils are soaking, prepare other ingredients for use.
3
When everything is ready, drain lentils and set aside.
4
Heat oil in a heavy saucepan. Saute onion, garlic and ginger until onion is translucent.
5
Stir in turmeric, cumin and chili powder, and saute for about 1 minute.
6
Add lentils, zucchini, carrot, vegetable stock, salt and pepper (if needed). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes (until vegetables are almost tender). Spoon off scum as needed.
7
Add linguine pieces and simmer another 10-15 minutes (until pasta is al dente). I used only 1 ounce of linguine, but you could use more to add body to the soup.
8
To serve, ladle into bowls and garnish with cilantro and a dollop of cream, sour cream or Neufchatel cheese.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 1 cup red lentil, and water to cover (will be drained off), 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped small, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, and more.

Yes, Spicy 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Lentil Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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