Lentil and tomato soup with coriander and cumin is an irresistible and hearty soup that will warm your soul on a chilly day. This comforting and flavorful soup is incredibly easy to make, requiring only a few simple ingredients and basic cooking techniques. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal, it is an excellent source of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. The combination of lentils, tomatoes, and aromatic spices like coriander and cumin creates a delightful harmony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
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LENTIL AND TOMATO SOUP WITH CORIANDER AND CUMIN
This is a wonderfully fragrant soup with a subtle mix of flavors. It's become a favorite of ours over the years. Originally from a Houston Chronicle food section recipe. Any type of lentils may be used, but the dark green French lentils retain their shape best during cooking. Recipe doubles well and freezes well, without the garnishes.
Provided by Leslie in Texas
Categories Lentil
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place lentils in a large saucepan and add water to cover by 4 inches; bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer until lentils are just tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Drain, reserving cooking liquid separately.
- In a nonreactive stockpot set over medium heat, heat oil until it ripples.
- Add onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and sauté 5 minutes.
- Add coriander, cumin, fennel seeds, mustard seeds and cayenne.
- Stir in tomatoes and their juice, reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in cooked lentils and 3 cups of the lentil cooking liquid; bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Stir in spinach and cook until it is completely wilted.
- If soup is too thick, add more lentil cooking liquid or water.
- Add salt and pepper.
- Serve and top each bowl with some cilantro and chunks of feta cheese, if desired.
LENTIL TOMATO SOUP
I'm a firm believer in eating foods that symbolize good luck and expanding fortune at the beginning of the year. Usually I stick with my black-eyed peas salad. But I've always been curious about how people in other countries usher in the New Year. Lentils and raisins are present on Italian tables because they resemble coins and swell when cooked. They're usually accompanied by pork, a symbol of prosperity and abundance. This is an easy, robust vegetarian soup that tastes almost meaty. The rosemary in the bouquet garni contributes a savory, earthy flavor.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, one pot, soups and stews, appetizer, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a heavy soup pot or Dutch oven, and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, carrot and celery, and a generous pinch of salt, and continue to cook for another 5 minutes until tender. Add the tomatoes and bouquet garni, and cook, stirring often, until the tomatoes have cooked down somewhat and smell fragrant, about 10 minutes. Add the lentils, water and salt to taste. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer gently one hour. Taste and adjust seasonings. Remove the bouquet garni, and stir in the parsley. Serve, garnishing each bowl with Parmesan or Gruyère.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 240, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1172 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
LENTIL-TOMATO SOUP
Double the recipe and share this hearty soup with neighbors and loved ones on cold winter nights. I serve it with cornbread for dunking. -Michelle Curtis, Baker City, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the water, carrots, onion and lentils; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables and lentils are tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 351mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LENTIL TOMATO SOUP
This is my kinda 'comfort food' with a slight Mediterranean flair. It freezes well and is one of those dishes that tastes just as good, if not better, the next day! We have this with fresh French bread, and it was heaven!
Provided by JRICE
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Tomato Soup Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium high heat. Place the onions in the pot and saute for 10 minutes, or until onions are tender.
- Place the tomatoes in a food processor or blender and puree until smooth. Pour this into the pot with the onion along with the chicken broth and the lentils
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and let simmer for 20 minutes. Then, stir in the wine, garlic, nutmeg and cloves. Simmer for at least 25 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40.5 g, Cholesterol 17.4 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 18.2 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 535 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
SPICY INDIAN LENTIL AND TOMATO SOUP
Steps:
- Wash the lentils thoroughly, being sure to remove any small stones or dirt. Place them, along with the water, in the slow cooker insert.
- In an electric coffee mill or a mortar and pestle, grind the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and peppercorns to a coarse powder.
- In a bowl, combine the ground spices, turmeric, tamarind concentrate, tomatoes, and garlic; add to the lentils.
- Cook, covered, on low for 5 to 6 hours, or until the lentils are quite tender and the flavors have melded.
- Add the corn and salt to taste just before serving so that the corn retains its fresh flavor and texture.
- To make the tempering oil, heat the ghee in a frying pan, then add the mustard seeds and broken chile and sauté until the seeds begin to pop. Quickly remove from the heat and drizzle a tiny bit over each bowl of soup.
- Sprinkle with the fresh cilantro and serve.
- Suggested Beverage
- Any chilled, aromatic white wine will do nicely here.
TOMATO AND LENTIL SOUP
I made this at work this morning (x 8 times this recipe!) so I've borrowed the book to copy it and a few more out I'm interested in.
Provided by JustJanS
Categories Lentil
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the leek, carrot, onion and garlic, cover and cook for 4-5 minutes or stirring frequently until the leek and onion are a little softened.
- Rinse and drain the lentils, picking them over for any foreign matter.
- Add the lentils to the pan and stir in the waster, juice and tomatoes, Add the cumin, coriander, bayleaf and a large pinch of salt.
- Bring to the boil and reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 45 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- you can now puree the soup if you prefer it smoother or leave it as it is.
- Season well with salt and pepper before serving.
- Garnish each serving with a sprinkling of fresh parsley.
Tips:
- Use high-quality lentils. Split red lentils are the most common type used in this soup, but you can also use green or brown lentils. Be sure to rinse them well before cooking.
- Sauté the vegetables before adding the lentils. This will help to develop their flavor and add depth to the soup.
- Use a good quality vegetable broth. Or, you can make your own using vegetable scraps and herbs.
- Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of yogurt for extra flavor.
- Garnish the soup with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley.
Conclusion:
This lentil and tomato soup is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and it's also a great way to use up leftover lentils. With its vibrant flavors and nutritious ingredients, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.
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