Carrot and Lentil Soup: A Cozy and Easy Recipe for Home Cooks
A warm and satisfying soup made with carrots and lentils, perfect for any home cook looking for a simple yet delicious dish.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups carrots, chopped
- 1 cup lentils
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and cook until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and diced carrots; cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in lentils, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for about 30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Blend the soup for a creamy texture if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if available.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
- Feel free to add any other vegetables you like.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Carrot and Lentil Soup, comforting soup, easy recipe