Spiced Carrot & Lentil Soup Recipe
Spiced Carrot & Lentil Soup
Kitchen Science
4
10 minutes
15 minutes
238
Spiced carrot & lentil soup is a delicious, healthy recipe perfect for winter. This soup is high in nutrients and low in fat, making it an excellent weight-loss option.
You can make this soup in under half an hour or use a slow cooker for an even easier meal. Spiced carrot & lentil soup is a great way to get your daily dose of iron, and the spices give this soup a unique flavor that will keep you coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp Cumin seeds
- A pinch of chili flakes
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 600g Cleaned and roughly grated carrots (no need to peel)
- 140g Red lentils, split
- 1 liter of heated Vegetable stock (from a cube is fine)
- 125ml Milk
- To serve basic yogurt and naan bread
Directions
In a large pot, dry-fry 2 tablespoons of cumin seeds and a pinch of chili flakes for 1 minute, or until they begin to leap around the pan and produce fragrances.
With a spoon, scoop off about half of the mixture and leave aside. Bring to a boil 2 tbsp olive oil, 600g finely chopped carrots, 140g split red lentils, 1l hot vegetable stock, and 125ml milk in a saucepan.
- Cook for 15 minutes or until the lentils have softened and extended.
- Puree the soup with a stick blender or a food processor until smooth, or leave it chunky if you like.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then finish with a dollop of plain yogurt and sprinkle the toasted spices you saved. Serve with warmed naan bread.