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A super easy, healthy, and delicious spiced carrot lentil soup with a perfect balance of flavors & textures. Gluten-free, vegan, and in a bowl in 30 minutes!
Soups are one of the easiest, tastiest, and nourishing things you can make! And, this spiced red lentil carrot soup is no exception.
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With wholesome, healthy ingredients and just the perfect amount of spice, this hearty soup will soothe you with its warmth and ease of preparation.
And, who doesn't love a good soup this time of year?
Autumn always finds me craving and creating a myriad of soups...far more than I post here!
But this soup, well, I just had to post. . .
Creamy red lentils paired with chunky carrots in a warm, soothing, spiced broth? Yes, please!
I simply cannot get enough of this easy & delicious soup, and I certainly hope you feel the same way too!
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📖 Recipe
Spiced Carrot Lentil Soup
Ingredients
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbs coconut oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 2 carrots chopped
- 1 cup red lentils
- 6 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped + extra for garnishing
- to taste salt
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, add oil, garlic & onion. Saute for 5 minutes.
- Stir in all spices (except salt), let cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
- Add lentils, carrots and water/broth. Turn heat to high, bring to a boil, reduce to simmer and let simmer uncovered for 20 minutes or until all is tender and water/broth has reduced to your liking.
- Salt to taste.
- Stir in cilantro, turn off heat, cover and let it sit for a few minutes. Optionally, garnish with more cilantro before serving.
- Enjoy!
Lynda Baker says
Will green lentils work just as well?
Kristen Wood says
Hi Lynda - yes, they will! You just might need to simmer for a touch longer until they are tender enough.