Introduction
Today’s recipe brings excellent nutrition and amazing taste together– the spiced carrot and lentil soup. This heartwarming dish will be sure to spice up a cold winter evening or act as a comforting lunch, packing both high fiber and iron.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 200g red lentils
- 1.5 liters vegetable stock
- 2 tsp cumin seeds
- pinch of chili flakes
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, for taste
- Fresh coriander and a dollop of yogurt, for garnish
Method
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and chili flakes. Let it sizzle for a few seconds until it releases its aroma.
- Add the chopped carrots and garlic. Cook them for 5 minutes until the vegetable is softened slightly.
- Stir in the red lentils and pour the vegetable stock. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil then reduce the heat. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the lentils and carrots are cooked.
- Once the lentils are tender, use a hand blender to puree the soup until you achieve a smooth consistency.
- Divide the soup into bowls, garnish with a dollop of yoghurt and fresh coriander. Serve immediately.
Conclusion
The Spiced Carrot and Lentil soup is easy to prepare and big on flavors. The mixture of hearty ingredients and spices gives this dish its unique taste, one that invites you to have more. Enjoy this comfort food that is also good for your health.
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