Spicy Lentil Soup (From Passionate Homemaking)

Name: Spicy Lentil Soup (From Passionate Homemaking)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon coconut oil; 2 cups chopped onions; 2 carrots; 2 celery; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground red pepper (optional); ¼ teaspoon ground pepper; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 ⅓ cups water; 2 ⅓ cups dried lentils; ⅓ cup cilantro; 42 ounces chicken broth; 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained; sour cream

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon coconut oil
2 cups chopped onions
2 carrots
2 celery
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground red pepper (optional)
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 ⅓ cups water
2 ⅓ cups dried lentils
⅓ cup cilantro
42 ounces chicken broth
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
sour cream

1
Preparation: Soak lentils overnight in water.
2
Drain and rinse lentils.
3
Heat oil in a large pot oven over medium-high heat.
4
Add the vegetables; saute for 3 minutes.
5
Add the cumin, chili powder, red pepper, salt, black pepper, and garlic; saute for 1 minute.
6
Add water, lentils, cilantro, broth, and diced tomatoes; bring to a boil.
7
Reduce heat; simmer 1 hour.
8
(I found it took more like two hours for my peas, so definitely start earlier than I did to make sure they are completed in time for dinner!
9
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10
Reserve 2 cups lentil mixture.
11
Place half of remaining mixture in blender; process until smooth.
12
Pour pureed soup into a large bowl.
13
Repeat procedure with other half of remaining mixture.
14
Stir in reserved 2 cups lentil mixture.
15
Garnish with 1 tablespoon sour cream and a cilantro sprig, if desired.

819

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

108

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 tablespoon coconut oil, 2 cups chopped onions, 2 carrots, 2 celery, and more.

Yes, Spicy Lentil Soup (From Passionate Homemaking) 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!