Carrot & Lentil Soup

Hearty lentils, vibrant carrots, and a medley of spices come together in a wholesome bowl of comfort.

You can find the video here: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/878342733560779569/

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Total time: 1hr. 10min. Servings: 4

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Ingredients :

1 can chickpeas

1¼ cup red lentils

1 medium yellow onion

4 garlic cloves

2 tbsp olive oil

1 can full fat coconut milk

6 cups vegetable or chicken broth 1-32 oz box plus 1 can

3 large carrots, chopped

3 tbsp tomato paste

1 tsp salt more to taste

½ tsp red pepper flakes

1 tsp turmeric

1 tsp curry powder

¼ tsp cinnamon

½ tsp cumin powder

1 tsp paprika

Toppings:

3 tbsp chopped cilantro

3-4 tbsp sour cream (optional)

3-4 tsp chili (optional)

𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 :

Step 1 - Set the oven to 400F / 204°C .

Step 2 - Roughly chop the onions, carrots and garlic.

Step 3 - Heat oil in a dutch oven or large pot on medium /high heat.

Step 4 - Add the onions, garlic and carrots to the heated oil, sauté for about 5 minutes, then add the tomato paste.

Step 6 - Mix the paste in with the veggies then add in all the seasonings. Let them brown a little in the pan for about one minute.

Step 7 - Pour in the broth and lentils. Bring to a slow simmer for about 25 minutes.

Step 8 - Rinse and drain the chickpeas, pat them dry on a paper towel.

Step 9 - Place them flat on a cooking sheet, drizzle with oil, salt and pepper.

Step 10 - Roast them for about 20 -25 minutes (while the soup is cooking on the stove) until they are browned and toasted. Be sure to shake the pan every 10 minutes to ensure even roasting.

Step 11 - Once the lentils are softened, cooked down and there is less liquid, add the coconut milk.

Step 12 - Add the mixture to a high speed blender or use an immersion blender to mix up the soup and smooth it out. If you want to keep it chunky you certainly can, I have had it both ways and I like them both. But the creamy texture is so comforting.

Step 13 - Bring the soup to a light simmer again.

Step 14 - Turn off the heat and top the soup with cilantro and the crispy chickpeas.

𝑩𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒕! 😊🤍