Best 5 French Lentil And Carrot Soup Recipes

French lentil and carrot soup is a quintessential French dish that combines the earthy flavors of lentils and carrots with a rich, flavorful broth. It is a hearty, satisfying, and nutritious soup that is perfect for a cold winter day or a light lunch. The soup is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences, making it a versatile dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

FRENCH LENTIL AND CARROT SOUP

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It's crazy how just a few ingredients can make such a difference. Using finely chopped rotisserie chicken in this recipe makes it perfect for a busy weeknight meal, but you can leave it out if you prefer. -Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 6h30m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

5 large carrots, peeled and sliced
1-1/2 cups dried green lentils, rinsed
1 shallot, finely chopped
2 teaspoons herbes de Provence
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups cubed rotisserie chicken
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

Combine the first 7 ingredients in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker; cover. Cook on low 6-8 hours or until lentils are tender., Stir in chicken and cream. Cover and continue cooking until heated through, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FRENCH LENTIL SOUP

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Categories Soup/Stew Blender Bean Onion Tomato Vegetable Appetizer Quick & Easy Lentil Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups chopped onions
1 cup chopped celery stalks plus chopped celery leaves for garnish
1 cup chopped carrots
2 garlic cloves, chopped
4 cups (or more) vegetable broth
1 1/4 cups lentils, rinsed, drained
1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
Balsamic vinegar (optional)

Steps:

Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions, celery, carrots, and garlic; sauté until vegetables begin to brown, about 15 minutes. Add 4 cups broth, lentils, and tomatoes with juice and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until lentils are tender, about 35 minutes.
Transfer 2 cups soup (mostly solids) to blender and puree until smooth. Return puree to soup in pan; thin soup with more broth by 1/4 cupfuls, if too thick. Season with salt, pepper, and a splash of vinegar, if desired. Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with celery leaves.

FRENCH LENTIL SOUP

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French lentils join sauteed aromatics in your slow cooker, resulting in an easy and tasty vegetarian soup that's perfect any night of the week. Serve with fresh bread, soda bread/crackers, or croutons.

Provided by SHubrich

Categories Lentil Soup

Time 2h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups chopped onions
1 cup diced celery, with leaves
1 cup chopped carrots
2 cloves garlic, pressed
½ teaspoon ground coriander, or more to taste
1 ¼ cups French green lentils, rinsed
4 cups hot water
1 large bay leaf
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cube chicken-flavored vegetable bouillon

Steps:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, celery, and carrots; saute until soft and just starting to brown, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and coriander and fry for 2 more minutes.
Place in the bottom of a slow cooker. Add vegetable mixture, hot water, diced tomatoes with juice, and bay leaf. Cook on High until lentils are tender, 2 or more hours.
Add bouillon cube, salt, and pepper. Stir, cover, and cook for 20 more minutes. Remove bay leaf and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 11 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 401.8 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

FRENCH LENTIL SOUP

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Our substantial lentilsoup also includes dicedcelery,red peppers, carrots, and bulghur wheat.The French green lentilverte de puyholds its shapewell when cooked and has a more delicate tastethan other varieties do.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 carrots, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 small red bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup French green lentils, rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons bulghur wheat
1 1/2 quarts Wild Mushroom Stock
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Place a large saucepan over medium heat, and add oil. Add onion, and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in carrots, celery, bell pepper, and oregano until combined. Stir in lentils and bulghur wheat.
Add stock to pot; cover, and simmer over low heat just until lentils are tender, about 45 minutes. Remove from heat; season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

FRENCH LENTIL RICE SOUP

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Make and share this French Lentil Rice Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chrish574

Categories Easy

Time 8h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

6 cups chicken broth or 6 cups vegetable broth
1 cup lentils, picked over and rinsed
2 medium carrots, peeled and finely diced
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 celery ribs, finely diced
3 tablespoons uncooked white rice
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon herbes de provence or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper or 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup heavy cream (optional) or 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
1/4 cup parsley (optional)

Steps:

Stir together the broth, lentils, carrots, onion, celery, rice, garlic, herbes de Provence, salt and pepper in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours. Remove 1 1/2 cups soup and puree in a food blender or with an immersion blender until almost smooth. Stir pureed soup back into the slow cooker.
Divide soup evenly among 4 serving bowls, garnishing each with 1 tablespoon cream and 1 tablespoon chopped parley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.6, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 1450.7, Carbohydrate 24.9, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 4.5, Protein 13.3

Tips:

Use a variety of lentils for a more complex flavor and texture. Lentils hold their shape well, making them a great choice for soups and stews.
Don't overcook the lentils. They should be tender but still have a slight bite to them.
Add vegetables to the soup for extra flavor and nutrition. Carrots, celery, onions, and garlic are all good choices.
Season the soup to taste. A simple combination of salt, pepper, and herbs is all you need.
Serve the soup with a crusty bread or crackers for dipping.

Conclusion:

French lentil and carrot soup is a delicious, hearty, and healthy meal that is perfect for a cold day. It is also a great way to use up leftover lentils. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.