Made with AI
Spicy Lentil Soup
50 min Easy
Ingredients
4 Servings
- olive oil2 tbsp
- onion, chopped1 whole
- garlic cloves, minced2 cloves
- carrot, chopped1 whole
- ground cumin1 tsp
- chili powder1 tsp
- red lentils1 cup
- vegetable stock4 cups
- diced tomatoes1 can
- Saltto taste
- pepperto taste
- fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chopped onion and cook until it is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the minced garlic, chopped carrot, ground cumin, and chili powder, and cook for another 2 minutes.
- 4
Add the red lentils and vegetable stock to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the lentils are soft.
- 5
Stir in the can of diced tomatoes and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 6
If desired, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup for a creamier texture, or leave it as is for a chunkier soup.
- 7
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
