Red Lentil, Carrot and Roasted Red Pepper Soup

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 0
Healthy and flavorful Red Lentil, Carrot and Roasted Red Pepper Soup
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Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup dried red lentils , rinsed
1 onion , chopped
1 red pepper , chopped
1 red pepper , roasted , chopped
1 celery rib , sliced
1 garlic clove , minced
2 carrots , peeled and sliced
2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups milk ( or 5 % cream )
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
4 tablespoons sour cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
360
Sugar
10g
Fat
12g
This Red Lentil, Carrot, and Roasted Red Pepper Soup is a perfect meal for cold weather. It is warm, comforting, and loaded with flavors and nutrition. The soup is vegan-friendly, gluten-free, and packed with wholesome ingredients. The combination of red lentils, vegetables, spices, and roasted red pepper creates unique and delicious flavors that complement each other perfectly. The soup is perfect for lunch or dinner and can also be enjoyed as a pre-workout meal due to its high protein and nutrient content.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, and celery until they are soft.
2.Add the carrots, roasted red pepper, and all of the spices and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
3.Add the chicken broth, lentils, and milk or cream, and stir well.
4.Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until the lentils are tender.
5.Remove the soup from heat and use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.
6.Serve in bowls, topped with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of parsley.

PROS

This soup is high in protein, vegetables and low in fat and calories making it perfect for a healthy meal option.

It is vegan friendly and gluten free.

CONS

The only con of this recipe is that it requires 25-30 minutes of simmering time, which is relatively more time-consuming.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is packed with nutrients and health benefits. The lentils provide protein, fiber, and vitamins, while the carrots offer beta-carotene, vitamin K, and potassium. The red pepper contains Vitamin C and antioxidants that can help protect against various diseases. Additionally, the ginger in the soup is known to help aid digestion and reduce inflammation.

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