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Cream of Lentil Soup: Velvety Delight to Savor!

A creamy and velvety lentil soup that is both nutritious and delicious, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dried green or brown lentils rinsed and drained
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 2 medium carrots chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream for a non-dairy alternative
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they soften and become fragrant.
  3. Incorporate the crushed garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika, stirring for an additional minute.
  4. Pour in the rinsed lentils along with the vegetable stock, bringing the mixture to a vigorous boil.
  5. Once boiling, lower the heat and let it simmer gently for 25-30 minutes until the lentils are tender.
  6. Blend the soup using an immersion blender until it reaches a silky smooth consistency.
  7. Mix in the coconut milk (or heavy cream) and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Allow the soup to warm for another 5 minutes before serving.
  9. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a zesty kick, add a splash of lemon juice or a teaspoon of lemon zest just before serving.
  • Enhance the nutritional profile by stirring in leafy greens like spinach or kale during the final minutes of cooking.

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