Spicy Sesame Carrot Soup with Red Lentils
Spicy Sesame Carrot Soup with Red Lentils is a warm and comforting dish that seamlessly blends sweet carrots, hearty red lentils, and nutty sesame oil. This creamy soup is perfect for chilly evenings or cozy weekends, providing both nourishment and flavor in every spoonful. Easy to prepare and customizable to your taste, it’s a delightful meal that will brighten any day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large carrots, sliced (about 2 cups)
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in sliced carrots and cook for about 5 minutes until they soften.
- Add rinsed red lentils and pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 20 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender in batches.
- Stir in coconut milk and let simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with optional toppings like chopped scallions or sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg