Spicy Tomato and Lentil Soup
Spicy Tomato and Lentil Soup blends tender red lentils with bright tomatoes and a kick of chile, simmered until velvety and thick. Cumin and dried basil add warmth and herbal notes, while a swirl of sour cream softens the heat. Ideal for a cozy lunch or weeknight dinner, especially with crusty bread for dipping.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spicy Tomato and Lentil Soup, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 65 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 19 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 52
- Heart Health
- 71
- Metabolic
- 54
- Digestive
- 30
- Inflammatory
- 41
- Performance
- 55
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven.
- 2
Lightly brown the onions in the oil.
- 3
Add the tomatoes, chili pepper, lentils, cumin, and basil to the pan with the water.
- 4
Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- 5
When the lentils have softened, puree the soup with a stick blender.
- 6
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7
For a special touch, put sour cream in a squeeze bottle, pipe a spiral on top of each bowl of soup, and garnish with a sprig of fresh basil.
- Calories 181.89 kcal Moderate 9%
- Protein 6.64 g Moderate 13%
- Carbohydrate 24.0 g 9%
- Total Fat 7.75 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 2.63 g Moderate 13%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 10.2 mg Low Source 3%
- Sodium 212.8 mg Moderate 9%
- Dietary Fiber 10.09 g Good Source 36%
- Total Sugars 6.03 g --
- Added Sugars 2.48 g Low Source 5%
- Calcium 69.5 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 2.74 mg Moderate 15%
- Potassium 437.82 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 76.88 mcg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin C 14.57 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Spicy Tomato and Lentil Soup is an Indian dinner recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chili Pepper, Diced Tomatoes, Dried Basil, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 181.89 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spicy Tomato and Lentil Soup?
- It is an Indian soup recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Spicy Tomato and Lentil Soup made of?
- The main ingredients are Chili Pepper, Diced Tomatoes, Dried Basil, Fresh Basil, Ground Cumin. The full list of 11 is above.
- What goes well with Spicy Tomato and Lentil Soup?
- Explore these Indian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Spicy Tomato and Lentil Soup?
- About 30 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 181.89 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spicy Tomato and Lentil Soup easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Spicy Tomato and Lentil Soup healthy?
- Spicy Tomato and Lentil Soup has an easyChef Pro health score of 57/100. Per serving, it provides 181.89 calories and 6.64 g of protein, or 13% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 212.8 mg (9% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.63 g (13% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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