Creamy Lentil Soup
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Yellow Onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Carrots, chopped
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Coriander
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp Tomato Paste
- 2 cups Red Lentils
- 5 cups Water
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
Optional/Recommended Toppings
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Cilantro
Instructions
- To make this creamy red lentil soup, begin by sautéing onions and minced garlic in oil.
- Then add carrots and seasonings. Cook for a few minutes, then add tomato paste, red lentils, and water.
- Bring to a boil, then cover and cook on super low for 30 minutes, or until lentils and carrots are soft.
- Blend until smooth, then add heavy cream. Add more heavy cream if a more soupy consistency is desired.
- Top with red pepper flakes and cilantro and enjoy!