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Curry Lentil Soup

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Curry lentil soup is a warm and comforting dish that combines the earthy flavors of lentils with vibrant spices and fresh vegetables. This one-pot recipe is perfect for chilly evenings, offering a hearty meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion (chopped)
  • 2 carrots (cut into discs)
  • 3 cloves garlic (grated)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (more or less to taste)
  • 5 cups vegetable broth (or more if needed)
  • 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup dried lentils (green or brown)
  • 1 pound potatoes (peeled and cut into bite-size chunks)
  • 5 ounces kale (or spinach, chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 wedges lime

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and carrots; sauté for 3 minutes.
  2. Stir in grated garlic, ginger, curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for an additional minute.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth, add crushed tomatoes, lentils, potatoes, and kale. Season with salt and black pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes until lentils are tender.

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