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Caramelized Onion Red Lentil Soup

Caramelized Onion Red Lentil Soup: Cozy Vegan Comfort in a Bowl

This Caramelized Onion Red Lentil Soup is a warm, vegan hug in a bowl, packed with flavor and nutrients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Feel free to use any neutral oil.
  • 3 large Onions Thinly sliced yellow onions are perfect.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is best.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin Can be replaced with ground coriander.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used.
For the Soup
  • 1.5 cups Red Lentils Rinsed and drained.
  • 6 cups Vegetable Broth or Water For a non-vegan option, use chicken broth.
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) Diced Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be used instead.
  • 2 Carrots Diced; can swap for similar root vegetabls.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste; fresh recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Lime juice is a good substitute.
For Garnish
  • Fresh Parsley or Cilantro For garnish, optional.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Main Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced onions with a pinch of salt, cooking for 15-20 minutes until caramelized.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, and smoked paprika, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add diced carrots and cook for about 5 minutes.
  5. Combine the lentils, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes in the pot.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  7. Blend to desired consistency using an immersion blender.
  8. Stir in salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste. Serve hot, garnished with parsley or cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Adjust thickness of soup by adding broth or letting it simmer uncovered. For creaminess, stir in coconut milk or yogurt before serving.

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