Vegan Red Lentil Soup

Vegan Red Lentil Soup

I made up this vegan red lentil soup recipe one night when my friend came over. It’s creamy and delicious.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 1 pinch fenugreek seeds
  • 1 cup dry red lentils
  • 1 cup butternut squash – peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 cups water
  • 7 ounces coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, ginger, garlic, and fenugreek; cook and stir until onion is tender.

Step 2
Add lentils, squash, and cilantro, then stir in water, coconut milk, and tomato paste. Season with curry powder, cayenne pepper, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until lentils and squash are tender.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

303
Calories
15g
Fat
34g
Carbs
13g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 303
% Daily Value *
Total Fat15g 19%
Saturated Fat10g 50%
Sodium81mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate34g 12%
Dietary Fiber12g 42%
Total Sugars5g
Protein13g
Vitamin C14mg 69%
Calcium66mg 5%
Iron7mg 36%
Potassium827mg 18%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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