Best 5 Autumn Lentil Soup Recipes

As the autumn season arrives, the air becomes crisp and the leaves begin their beautiful transformation. It's the perfect time to warm up with a hearty and flavorful soup that celebrates the season's bounty. Autumn lentil soup is a comforting and wholesome dish that combines the richness of lentils with the vibrant flavors of autumn vegetables. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at your next gathering, this article will guide you through finding the best recipe for autumn lentil soup, ensuring that you savor the flavors of the season in every spoonful.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LENTIL SOUP

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For a bowl of hearty comfort, try Alton Brown's Lentil Soup recipe, spiced with coriander and cumin, from Good Eats on Food Network.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 pound lentils, picked and rinsed
1 cup peeled and chopped tomatoes
2 quarts chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground toasted cumin
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground grains of paradise

Steps:

Place the olive oil into a large 6-quart Dutch oven and set over medium heat. Once hot, add the onion, carrot, celery and salt and sweat until the onions are translucent, approximately 6 to 7 minutes. Add the lentils, tomatoes, broth, coriander, cumin and grains of paradise and stir to combine. Increase the heat to high and bring just to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook at a low simmer until the lentils are tender, approximately 35 to 40 minutes. Using a stick blender, puree to your preferred consistency. Serve immediately.

LENTIL VEGETABLE SOUP

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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 2h5m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 pound French green lentils
4 cups chopped yellow onions (3 large onions)
4 cups chopped leeks, white part only (2 leeks)
1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 cloves)
1/4 cup good olive oil, plus additional for drizzling on top
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3 cups medium-diced celery (8 stalks)
3 cups medium-diced carrots (4 to 6 carrots)
3 quarts chicken stock
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons red wine or red wine vinegar
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, cover the lentils with boiling water and allow to sit for 15 minutes. Drain.
In a large stockpot on medium heat, saute the onions, leeks, and garlic with the olive oil, salt, pepper, thyme, and cumin for 20 minutes, until the vegetables are translucent and very tender. Add the celery and carrots and saute for 10 more minutes. Add the chicken stock, tomato paste, and lentils. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 1 hour, until the lentils are cooked through. Check the seasonings. Add the red wine and serve hot, drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with grated Parmesan.

SLOW COOKER LENTIL SOUP

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Lentil soup is perfect for the slow cooker. Just throw all the ingredients into the slow cooker in the morning and come home to a delicious soup.

Provided by CPolencheck

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Pork Soup Recipes Ham Soup

Time 6h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

7 cups water
1 pound cooked, smoked lean ham, cut into chunks
1 (14.5 ounce) can low-sodium diced tomatoes, undrained
1 ¾ cups dried lentils, rinsed
8 ounces chopped onion
6 ounces sliced carrots
6 ounces chopped celery
5 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried thyme, or more to taste
1 bay leaf

Steps:

Combine water, ham, tomatoes, lentils, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, pepper, salt, thyme, and bay leaf in a slow cooker.
Cover and cook on LOW until lentils and vegetables are as soft as you like, 6 to 8 hours. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.5 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 11.8 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 736.5 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

HEARTY VEGETABLE LENTIL SOUP

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My mother has diabetes, so I often prepare this dish for her. I wanted a hearty soup that hits the spot on cold autumn nights, so I paired the lentils with turkey bacon and a handful of spices. -Nicole Hopping, Pinole, California.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

6 bacon strips, chopped
1 pound red potatoes (about 3 medium), chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
4 cups chicken stock

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon in pan. Add potatoes, carrots and onion; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until carrots and onion are tender. Add garlic and seasonings; cook 1 minute longer., Add lentils and stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 30-35 minutes or until lentils and potatoes are tender. Top each serving with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 708mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 17g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MUSHROOM AND LENTIL SOUP

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Thanks to rich lentils and meaty mushrooms, this vegetarian soup still has all the stick-to-your-ribs heartiness of beef stew.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
5 small carrots, diced small
1 medium red onion, diced small
4 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 pound cremini or button mushrooms, trimmed and coarsely chopped (4 cups)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
9 sprigs thyme
3/4 pound brown lentils (1 3/4 cups)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2/3 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt, for serving

Steps:

In a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot, heat oil over medium. Add carrots, onion, and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until beginning to soften, about 6 minutes. Add mushrooms and season with salt and pepper. Cook until mushrooms are softened and golden brown at edges, about 8 minutes.
Add thyme, lentils, and 7 cups water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, partially cover, and simmer until lentils are tender, about 25 minutes. Stir in soy sauce and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve soup topped with yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 29 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 1 g

Tips:

Use brown or green lentils. These lentils hold their shape well and won't turn to mush in the soup.
Rinse the lentils before cooking. This removes any dirt or debris.
Cook the lentils in vegetable broth. This gives the soup a more flavorful base.
Add plenty of vegetables. This makes the soup more nutritious and filling.
Use a variety of spices. This gives the soup a complex flavor.
Don't overcook the soup. The lentils should be tender but still have a slight bite to them.
Serve the soup with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream. This adds a creamy richness to the soup.

Conclusion:

This autumn lentil soup is a hearty, healthy, and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold day. It is packed with protein and vegetables, and it is also relatively easy to make. So next time you're looking for a delicious and nutritious soup, give this autumn lentil soup a try.