Red Lentil Soup

Red Lentil Soup

8 servings
Red Lentil Soup with Spinach is a delicious, Middle Eastern inspired Lentil Soup, made with red lentils, turmeric, spinach, carrots and lemon. It's golden in color, and very easy to make and leftovers are freezer-friendly.

Ingredients

  • olive oil
    1 tbsp
  • onion

    diced

    1 medium
  • carrots

    diced

    2 medium
  • garlic

    finely chopped

    2 cloves
  • red or yellow lentils)

    i used red

    16 oz
  • chicken or vegetable broth
    8 c
  • turmeric
    1 tsp
  • ground cumin
    1 ½ tsp
  • fresh chopped flat-leaf parsley
    ¼ c
  • baby spinach

    2 oz

    2 c
  • juice of half a lemon

Directions

Stove directions:

  1. 1

    Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, add the onions and carrots and saute until soft, about 5 to 6 minutes, stirring.

  2. 2

    Add the chopped garlic, turmeric and cumin and continue cooking for 2 - 3 minutes more.

  3. 3

    Stir in the lentils, add the broth and bring to a boil, reduce heat and cook covered on low for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened. Remove from heat.

  4. 4

    Toss in parsley, spinach and stir in lemon juice and serve.

Instant pot directions:

  1. 1

    Press saute and add the oil to the insert, add the onions and carrots and saute until soft, about 5 minutes, stirring.

  2. 2

    Add the chopped garlic, turmeric and cumin and continue cooking for 2 - 3 minutes. Press cancel.

  3. 3

    Add the lentils and broth, cover and cook on high pressure 15 minutes. Natural or quick release.

  4. 4

    Toss in parsley, spinach and stir in lemon juice and serve.

Red Lentil Soup

Red Lentil Soup

35 min8 servings255 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a bowl of comforting warmth that's both hearty and bright? This Red Lentil Soup with Spinach offers a delicious Middle Eastern inspired escape, perfect for a cozy dinner.

Why This Red Lentil Soup Works

What makes this Red Lentil Soup truly shine is its thoughtful blend of simple, wholesome ingredients that come together effortlessly. The vibrant golden hue comes from turmeric, infusing the soup with its earthy warmth, while the combination of red lentils, tender carrots, and fresh spinach creates a balanced texture and flavor. It’s an incredibly easy-to-make recipe that delivers satisfying depth.

What to Expect

You can expect a beautifully golden-colored soup, rich with the savory goodness of lentils and the aromatic spice of cumin. The red lentils cook down to a wonderfully creamy consistency, complemented by the slight bite of diced carrots and the fresh pop of spinach. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end brightens every spoonful, cutting through the richness and leaving a refreshing finish. This Red Lentil Soup is designed to be a comforting yet vibrant dish, easy enough for weeknights but flavorful enough for company.

Customization & Variations

This versatile Red Lentil Soup recipe allows for easy tweaks to suit your preferences. Feel free to use yellow lentils if that's what you have on hand, as the recipe notes red or yellow are suitable. For a truly vegetarian or vegan Red Lentil Soup, simply opt for vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. You can also play with the amount of fresh chopped flat-leaf parsley to your liking, adding more for a burst of herby freshness.

Serving & Context

Serve this aromatic Red Lentil Soup as a fulfilling dinner on its own, perhaps with a crusty piece of bread for dipping. It's wonderfully comforting on a chilly evening, making it a go-to for a nourishing meal.

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