Go Back
–+ servings
Spicy Lentil Soup

Hearty Spicy Lentil Soup That's Bursting with Flavor

This Spicy Lentil Soup is packed with flavor and perfect for a comforting meal.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 cup Dried Lentils Rinsed and drained
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Carrot Diced
  • 1 medium Celery Stalk Diced
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • ½ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
Optional Garnishes
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
  • ½ avocado Sliced

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a saucepan, sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.
  2. Add the lentils, vegetable broth, and spices; bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
  4. Blend the soup for a creamy texture if desired, or leave it chunky.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and avocado if using.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Adjust the spices according to your heat preference. This soup can also be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!