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🍛 Curry Lentil Soup

A warming, protein-rich soup that costs less than $1 per serving.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • tablespoon olive oil
  • small onion, chopped
  • cloves garlic, minced
  • medium carrots, diced
  • cup red lentils, rinsed
  • tablespoon curry powder
  • can (400 ml) coconut milk
  • cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: juice of 1/2 lemon (for serving)

Instructions
 

  • Sauté aromatics
    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, and cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add vegetables and spices
    Stir in diced carrots and curry powder. Cook for 2–3 more minutes, stirring to coat the vegetables evenly.
  • Add lentils and liquids
    Pour in the red lentils, coconut milk, and vegetable broth. Stir well and bring to a boil.
  • Simmer
    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until lentils and carrots are soft.
  • Blend (optional)
    For a creamier texture, blend part of the soup using an immersion blender, or leave it chunky for more texture.
  • Season and finish
    Add salt and pepper to taste. Just before serving, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
  • 📝 Prep tip:
    Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before eating to brighten flavors.