Craving a hearty, flavorful soup that's both sweet and spicy? Look no further than sweet spicy lentil butternut squash soup. This vibrant, colorful soup is packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like lentils, butternut squash, carrots, celery, and onions, all simmered in a flavorful broth. The addition of sweet potatoes adds a touch of natural sweetness, while the spices - cumin, coriander, paprika, and cayenne pepper - give the soup a delightful kick. Served with a sprinkle of fresh herbs and a dollop of Greek yogurt, this soup is a symphony of flavors that will warm your soul on a chilly day.
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SPICED LENTIL & BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP
Cook a big batch of this filling spiced lentil and squash soup and freeze the leftovers for a speedy supper another day. It's healthy and low in fat
Provided by Esther Clark
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Soup
Time 50m
Yield Serves 4-6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large flameproof casserole dish or saucepan over a medium-high heat. Fry the onions with a pinch of salt for 7 mins, or until softened and just caramelised. Add the garlic, chilli and ras el hanout, and cook for 1 min more.
- Stir in the squash and lentils. Pour over the stock and season to taste. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, covered, for 25 mins or until the squash is soft. Blitz the soup with a stick blender until smooth, then season to taste. To freeze, leave to cool completely and transfer to large freezerproof bags.
- Stir in the coriander leaves and ladle the soup into bowls. Serve topped with the dukkah, yogurt and extra coriander leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
SPICY BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND LENTIL SOUP
I love this recipe i dont usually eat soup but i thought up this recipe and gave it a go. i make it specially for my nephew who loves it.
Provided by t_michalak
Categories Grains
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel and chop squash into small cubes.
- put squash and lentils into a saucpan with curry paste and fry for 2 minutes.
- add sugar and water and cook for 20 minutes.
- add salt and lemon juice and cook for 5 minutes.
- blend until smooth and serve hot with bread.
- OR IF YOU PREFER PUT ALL INGREDIENTS IN A SLOW COOKER AND COOK UNTIL SQUASH IS SOFT THEN BLEND AND SERVE.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.9, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 25, Carbohydrate 71.5, Fiber 12.5, Sugar 9.7, Protein 15.6
SWEET & SPICY LENTIL & BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP
Categories Soup/Stew Vegetable Thanksgiving Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low Cal High Fiber Low Sodium Dinner Healthy Vegan Simmer
Yield 6 bowls
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Total time: 60 minutes Steps 1. Rinse the cup of lentils in a sieve/colander under cold running water. Set Aside to drain. 2. Heat 2 tbsp. of olive oil in a large sauce pan. 3. Add the chopped garlic, onions, carrots and celery over medium heat until softened. 4. Add all of the spices, cumin, coriander, chili powder, tumeric, and curry powder to the mixture. 5. Cook and stir well for about a minute until everything is coated. The smell of the spices will start to make you hungry at this point. 6. Add in the cup of lentils and mix until everything is coated with the garlic/veggie/spice mixture. 7. Peel and chop the butternut squash into small bite size pieces, add to the mixture along with 9 cups of water. 8. Increase the heat to HIGH and bring to a rolling boil. 9. Once it has come to a boil, reduce to medium-low heat and simmer covered for 20-30 minutes or until the squash and lentils have softened. 10. Stir occassionally to allow for even cooking. 11. Using the back of a wooden spoon squash some of the butternut squash along the side of the sauce pan...this will make the soup thicker and richer....If you have a potato masher just smash very easily. You dont want the soup to be totally liquified. 12. Season at the end with some freshly ground black pepper (and you can add salt to taste...)
Tips:
- Use a variety of lentils. This will add different flavors and textures to your soup.
- Roast the butternut squash before adding it to the soup. This will help to caramelize the squash and bring out its natural sweetness.
- Add a variety of spices to the soup. This will help to create a complex and flavorful soup.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings. Some popular options include croutons, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro.
- Serve the soup hot and enjoy!
Conclusion:
This lentil and butternut squash soup is a delicious and healthy way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. With its easy-to-follow instructions and delicious results, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.
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