Super Easy Carrot and Lentil Soup With Sesame Toast

Name: Super Easy Carrot and Lentil Soup With Sesame Toasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sunflower oil; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 1 onion, finely chopped; 100 g red lentils, presoaked in water; 500 g carrots, peeled and cut into chunks; 1 14 liters vegetable stock or 1 14 liters chicken stock; 16 very thin slices wholemeal French baguettes; butter, for spreading; sesame seeds; Greek yogurt; chopped chives

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons sunflower oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 onion, finely chopped
100 g red lentils, presoaked in water
500 g carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
1 14 liters vegetable stock or 1 14 liters chicken stock
16 very thin slices wholemeal French baguettes
butter, for spreading
sesame seeds
Greek yogurt
chopped chives

1
Heat the oil in a large heavy-based pan, add the garlic and onion, soften.
2
Add the lentils and carrots, cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
3
Add the stock and bring to a boil.
4
Cover and simmer for 30 minutes until the carrots are soft and the lentils cooked.
5
Blend until smooth.
6
Season to taste and thin with water if necessary.
7
Spread the slices of bread with butter.
8
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and toast until crispy.
9
Serve the soup topped with the sesame toasts, a spoonful of yogurt and chopped chives.

213

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons sunflower oil, 1 garlic clove, crushed, 1 onion, finely chopped, 100 g red lentils, presoaked in water, and more.

Yes, Super Easy Carrot and Lentil Soup With Sesame Toasts 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.

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Super Easy Carrot and Lentil Soup With Sesame Toasts

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Variations & substitutions

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