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Fiery Lentil Soup

Fiery Lentil Soup balances earthy lentils with a gentle kick from cayenne and red pepper flakes, rounded by sweet carrot, celery, and onion. The tomato paste enriches the broth for a fuller body and satisfying depth. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a warming lunch on a chilly day.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook35 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Fiery Lentil Soup
  1. 1

    Warm olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir the onion and garlic until the onion turns translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Stir in the carrot and celery; cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender, about 8 more minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in the tomato paste, crushed red pepper, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper; add the chicken stock and lentils and mix.

  4. 4

    Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low; simmer until the lentils are soft, about 20 minutes.

About This Recipe

Fiery Lentil Soup is an American soup recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Carrot, Cayenne Pepper, Celery, and Chicken Stock. Each serving provides about 175.72 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Fiery Lentil Soup?
It is an American soup recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for soup.
What is Fiery Lentil Soup made of?
The main ingredients are Carrot, Cayenne Pepper, Celery, Chicken Stock, Garlic. The full list of 11 is above.
How long does it take to make Fiery Lentil Soup?
About 45 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 175.72 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Fiery Lentil Soup easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 4 steps.

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