This flavorful curried orange lentil soup is a nutritious and satisfying dish, perfect for a quick meal. Packed with protein-rich lentils, vibrant spinach, and aromatic curry powder, it delivers a delightful taste and warmth.
The recipe is simple and can be made in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Easy Curried Orange Lentil Soup Recipe
This soup features orange lentils simmered with onions, garlic, and spices, then combined with fresh spinach for added nutrition. The recipe takes about 40 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 cup orange lentils, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cumin (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add Spices: Stir in the curry powder and cumin (if using), cooking for another minute until the spices are aromatic.
- Cook Lentils: Add the rinsed orange lentils and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- Incorporate Spinach: Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 bowls
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
