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!

Nakale Elizabeth
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day.


Nompumelelo Manana
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey.


robert marie
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This soup is a great way to get your kids involved in the kitchen. They can help you chop the vegetables and stir the pot.


Jorleen Menoza
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This soup is a great way to save money on groceries. It's made with affordable ingredients that you can find at any grocery store.


Mahesh Dodeja
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I love how easy this soup is to make. I can have it on the table in under 30 minutes.


Indonesia Server
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This soup is a great source of fiber and protein.


Muksahang Fago
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this soup. It's hearty and filling, even without any meat.


Stacey Carr
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover carrots and oranges.


DON Father
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.


Mego Gabriel
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This soup is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diets. My kids loved it!


Anil chhetri
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I'm always looking for new and exciting soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique, flavorful, and easy to make.


worldpen_comedy1
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm, comforting, and filling.


Ebenezer Bailey
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I love the pop of color that the oranges add to this soup. It's a beautiful dish that's also incredibly delicious.


Ahsan Arif
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This soup is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on a Sunday and it lasted me all week for lunch.


Noreen Rodriguez
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this soup was delicious. The lentils were cooked perfectly and didn't have a mushy texture.


Bike Lover Sanvi
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with carrots, lentils, and oranges, and it's incredibly flavorful.


Rahiel Goelmohamed
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I love how versatile this soup is. I added some leftover chicken and it was a great way to use up leftovers.


Miranda Bosworth
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out amazing. It was so easy to make and packed with flavor.


Adeel G
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This soup was a delightful explosion of flavors! The sweetness of the carrots and oranges perfectly balanced the earthy lentils, and the spices added a touch of warmth that made it incredibly comforting.