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
- 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 169.48 kcal Moderate
- Protein 6.43 g Moderate
- Carbs 21.71 g Moderate
- Total Fat 7.51 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.58 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 10.2 mg Low Source
- Sodium 212.8 mg Moderate
- Fiber 2.08 g Low Source
- Sugar 6.01 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 2.48 g Low Source
- Calcium 53.96 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.37 mg Moderate
- Potassium 331.54 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 7.64 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 7.59 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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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 169.48 kcal.
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 169.48 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.
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