Recipe of Spicy Lentil Soup
This easy-to-make Spicy Lentil Soup is a flavorful and nutritious option for chilly days. Packed with green or brown lentils, aromatic spices, and a hint of heat, it's a satisfying dish that combines the goodness of vegetables and legumes. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and a splash of lemon juice for a delightful finish.
Recipe Summary
Preparation
40 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Category
Soups
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried green or brown lentils, rinsed and drained
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
- Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
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Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery. Cook until vegetables are softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in lentils, diced tomatoes (with juices), vegetable broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Just before serving, stir in lemon juice for a fresh kick. Remove the bay leaf.
- Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with cilantro or parsley and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
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Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Spicy Lentil Soup and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Spicy Lentil Soup to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 40 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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