Description
Whip up this delicious and hearty One Pot Creamy Carrot Lentil Soup in just 35 minutes. Packed with nourishing ingredients and vibrant flavor, it’s a weeknight meal winner. Simple, healthy, and utterly satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated (optional but recommended)
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and chopped (about 3–4 medium)
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 6 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth for a non-vegetarian option)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup full-fat coconut milk (from a can, shaken well)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish (optional)
- A squeeze of lemon juice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger (if using) to the pot. Cook for another minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent the garlic from burning.
- 3. Stir in the chopped carrots, rinsed red lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and the lentils have broken down. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 4. Remove the pot from the heat. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until it reaches your desired creaminess, or transfer to a regular blender (carefully) and blend until smooth.
- 5. Stir in the full-fat coconut milk. Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired.
Notes
Store cooled soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, stirring frequently, adding a splash of broth or water if needed to reach desired consistency. Gently reheat individual portions in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: Approx. 250-300 kcal (varies based on broth and coconut milk)
- Sugar: Approx. 8-10g
- Sodium: Approx. 400-600mg (varies based on broth)
- Fat: Approx. 8-12g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 30-35g
- Fiber: Approx. 8-10g
- Protein: Approx. 10-12g