Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
| 🥕 2 carrots | 💧 1 liter of water |
| 🧅 1 onion | 🍲 180 g of red lentils |
| 🌿 1 vegetable bouillon cube | 🍶 60 g of thick cream |
Utensils
| 🌿 Saucepan | 🔪 Chef’s knife |
| 🥄 Wooden spoon | 💧 Strainer |
| 🥣 Blender | 🍽️ Serving bowl |
| 🧴 Spatula | 📏 Measuring cup |
Preparation Step by Step
Total time: 40 minutes
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
STEP 1:
In a saucepan, heat a little olive oil over medium heat and add the chopped onion.
STEP 2:
Add the carrots sliced into rounds and let simmer for a few minutes until they start to soften.
STEP 3:
Add the rinsed red lentils and mix all the ingredients well in the saucepan.
STEP 4:
Pour a liter of water or vegetable broth into the saucepan, then bring to a boil.
STEP 5:
Reduce the heat and let it cook on low for about 25 minutes, until the lentils are tender.
STEP 6:
For a velvety soup, blend the preparation with an immersion blender until the desired texture is achieved.
STEP 7:
Adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, and possibly spices according to your preferences, then serve hot.
The red lentil soup recipe is a quick and comforting option. With simple ingredients like carrots, an onion, and of course, red lentils, you can whip up a nourishing dish in no time. This soup lends itself to all variations: add some spices for a touch of heat, or a bit of heavy cream for a creamy texture. It will please the whole family while providing benefits due to the richness of protein and fiber in lentils. Moreover, with tips like choosing the vegetable broth, you can customize the taste to your liking.
Making this soup is also an opportunity to explore the delicious culinary possibilities offered by red lentils. Enjoy it hot, as it will brighten your evenings while warming your heart. For a bit of variety, why not also try a recipe with Chinese cabbage and carrot?
