Best 8 Lentil And Carrot Soup Recipes

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Lentil and carrot soup is a hearty, delicious, and nutritious soup that can be prepared easily at home. Lentils are one of the oldest cultivated crops and are a good source of protein, fiber, and iron. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which is converted to vitamin A in the body. When these two ingredients are combined, they create a flavorful and healthy dish that is perfect for a cold winter day or a light summer lunch. In this article, we will provide you with a simple recipe for lentil and carrot soup, along with tips and suggestions for making the soup even more delicious.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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

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

RED LENTIL, CARROT AND ROASTED RED PEPPER SOUP



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I made this soup by experimenting with ingredients I had on hand. It turned out to be very tasty! It is also very healthy.

Provided by Hag chef

Categories     Lentil

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed
1 onion, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
1 red pepper, roasted, chopped
1 celery rib, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 carrots, peeled and sliced
2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups milk (or 5% cream)
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
4 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • Put the first 8 ingredients into a stock pot, or large saucepan, and bring to a boil.
  • Turn down the heat, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the vegetables and lentils are tender.
  • Use an immersion blender, and puree the soup until no lumps remain, or puree in batches in a food processor or blender. (careful, it's hot!).
  • Add the remaining ingredients, stir to blend, or use the immersion blender again, to get a nice smooth soup.
  • Taste to adjust any seasoning.
  • Bring it back to a simmer.
  • Serve with a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

RED LENTIL AND CARROT SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Herb     Vegetable     Valentine's Day     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Low Sodium     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 8 cups, serving 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 pound red lentils*, picked over
7 cups water
1 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
5 carrots (about 10 ounces), halved lengthwise and sliced thin crosswise
1 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup packed fresh coriander sprigs, washed well, spin dry, and chopped fine
1/4 cup chopped scallion greens
cayenne to taste
Garnish: fresh coriander sprigs
*available at natural foods stores and specialty foods shops

Steps:

  • In a 4-quart saucepan bring lentils and water to a boil and skim froth. Stir in onion, garlic, ground coriander, cumin, and turmeric and simmer, partially covered, 15 minutes. Stir in carrots and bell pepper and simmer until carrots are tender, about 10 minutes. Soup may be prepared up to this point 3 days ahead, cooled, uncovered, and chilled, covered.
  • Stir in coriander, scallion greens, cayenne, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve soup garnished with coriander sprigs.

RED LENTIL, SWEET POTATO, CARROT, AND APPLE SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Vegetable     Quick & Easy     Healthy     Simmer

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 large sweet potatoes
1 apple
1 large carrot
1 onion chopped
2 tbs olive oil
1/2 cup red lentils
1 tsp minced fresh ginger
1 clove garlic finely minced
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp curry powder
4 c veg or chicken broth
plain yogurt
fresh parsley or cilantro

Steps:

  • peel and chop sweet potatoes, apple, and carrot into 1 inch pieces. Saute onion in olive oil in a large heavy bottom pot until translucent. Add chili,cumin,curry powder,ginger,and garlic and saute for 1 min more until fragrant. Add chopped vegetabless and saute for 5 mins over medium heat. Add lentils and broth, cover and simmer for 30 mins. Serve with yogurt and cilantro. Can be pureed.

SWEET POTATO, CARROT, APPLE, AND RED LENTIL SOUP



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Categories     Carrot

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup butter
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
1 apple, peeled, cored and chopped
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup red lentils
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
4 cups vegetable broth
plain yogurt or crumbled feta cheese instead of yogurt

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large, heavy bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Place the chopped sweet potatoes, carrots, apple, and onion in the pot. Stir and cook the apples and vegetables until the onions are translucent, about 10 minutes. Stir the lentils, ginger, ground black pepper, salt, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and vegetable broth into the pot with the apple and vegetable mixture. Bring the soup to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the lentils and vegetables are soft, about 30 minutes. Working in batches, pour the soup into a blender, filling the pitcher no more than halfway full. Hold down the lid of the blender with a folded kitchen towel, and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the soup moving before leaving it on to puree. Puree in batches until smooth and pour into a clean pot. Alternately, you can use a stick blender and puree the soup right in the cooking pot. Return the pureed soup to the cooking pot. Bring back to a simmer over medium-high heat, about 10 minutes. Add water as needed to thin the soup to your preferred consistency. Serve with yogurt for garnish. Cook's Note This soup is also great served with crumbled feta cheese instead of yogurt as garnish.

CARROT AND RED LENTIL SOUP WITH PARSLEY CREAM



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Easy, simple but comforting, and delicious, this soup is just right for either family or company. If you wish to skip the garnish, just top with croutons. Enjoy.

Provided by Anna P.

Categories     Lentil

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
6 small carrots, sliced (1lb)
1 onion, chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground ginger
6 cups chicken stock
1 cup red lentil, sorted and rinsed
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
1 green onion
1/3 cup sour cream
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; cook carrots, onion, red pepper, garlic and ginger, stirring often, for 5 minutes.
  • Add stock and lentils; bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer until carrots are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • With immersion blender or in batches in blender, puree soup; return to simmer.
  • Season with lemon juice and salt.
  • Parsley Cream: Meanwhile, finely chop parsley and green onion; place in small bowl.
  • Mix in sour cream and cayenne pepper.
  • Ladle soup into bowls.
  • Garnish with dollop of Parsley cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.9, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 19.2, Sodium 732.1, Carbohydrate 55.1, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 11.3, Protein 23.3

CARROT, RED LENTIL AND ORANGE SOUP



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Make and share this Carrot, Red Lentil and Orange Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Citrus

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, peeled, chopped
1 bay leaf
2 celery ribs, trimmed, chopped
1 lb carrot, peeled, chopped
1/2 cup red lentil, rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can tomatoes, diced
2 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 cup fresh orange juice (a cup!)
1/2 teaspoon orange zest, minced
1 dash salt
1 dash ground black pepper
4 tablespoons plain yogurt
4 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan heat the oil, then gently fry the onion, bay leaf & celery for 5 minutes to soften them slightly, BUT DO NOT BROWN!
  • Add the carrots & cook, stirring for another 2 minutes, until well coated in the onion & celery mixture.
  • Stir in the lentils, tomatoes veggie stock, & bring to a boil before turning down the heat, covering & simmering for about 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick & tender.
  • Remove from the heat & let stand, covered for 10 minutes, before discarding the bay leaf.
  • Stir in the orange juice, the zest & seasoning, then return to the heat & reheat gently until piping hot BUT NOT BOILING!
  • To serve, ladel into warmed soup bowls & swirl the surface with a tablespoon of yogurt, then sprinkle a little chopped parsley on top & ENJOY!

SPICED CARROT AND LENTIL SOUP



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This combination of carrots and lentils is so tasty and the spices give just a hint of zing to this delicious thick "stick to your ribs" Soup Its so easy to make and freezes well

Provided by JoyfulCook

Categories     Grains

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons cumin seeds
1/8 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes
1 tablespoon olive oil
600 g carrots, Grated
140 g lentils, split red
1 liter stock, Vegetable
125 ml milk
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large saucepan and dry- fry the cumin and chilli flakes just long enough to release the aromas - dont brown them. Save half to sprinkle over the soup when you are ready to serve.
  • Add the oil, carrots (grated), lentils, stock, milk, salt (I use sea salt) and fresh ground pepper.
  • Bring to the boil and simmer for about 15-20 minutes. When slightly cooled, blend until smooth.
  • Sprinkle the remaining cumin on the soup, serve with either crusty bread or Naan bread.

Tips:

  • For a smoother soup, blend until completely smooth using an immersion blender or in a regular blender in batches.
  • If you don't have any vegetable broth, you can use water instead. Just add a little extra salt and pepper to taste.
  • If you want a thicker soup, add more lentils. You can also add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the soup while it's simmering.
  • Serve the soup with a dollop of yogurt, sour cream, or crème fraîche. You can also add a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, or chives.
  • Leftover soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

This lentil and carrot soup is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a cold winter day. It's also a great way to use up leftover lentils. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy soup recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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