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Curried Lentil Soup

February 8, 2020

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Packed with flavor and nutrients, this Curried Lentil Soup is a recipe you’ll want to double because it also freezes well and makes for the perfect quick and ready meal!

curried lentil soup recipe best healthy vegetarian vegan gluten freeI’ve partnered with Aneto to bring you this recipe.

This Curried Lentil Soup recipe packs in a TON of flavor and a TON of nutrients, making this a deliciously healthy comfort soup that you’ll enjoy making again and again!

You’ll love the delicious combination of flavors and warming spices in this soup.  It’s naturally gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan and is high in protein so it makes a fabulous meatless meal.

Feel free to adapt this recipe to include other veggies you have on hand.  If you don’t like cilantro you can substitute parsley.  If you prefer a spicier soup you can use madras curry powder.

Are Lentils Healthy?

Yes!  Lentils are rich in iron, folate, potassium, calcium, polyphenols, fiber and protein.  In fact, comparing their protein content to all other beans, they rank #2 and during WWII lentils were used as a substitute for meat.  Lentils are relatively low in calories and because they’re high in protein and fiber they curb your appetite leave you feeling satiated for a longer period of time than many other foods.  A single serving of lentils meets 32% of the daily recommended intake of fiber.  Lentils have been grown since at least 8,000 BC making them one of the world’s oldest health foods.  This curried lentil soup packs in these healthy lentils along with an array of healthy vegetables and spices.

Can You Freeze Lentil Soup?

Yes!  Lentil soup freezes well and so it’s perfect for having on hand for a quick and ready meal.  Simply let the soup cool completely and then pour it into a freezer-friendly container or into freezer bags.  Never fill the containers full as the liquid will expand when frozen.  If using freezer bags squeeze out the air.  Label the container or bags with with the date.  The lentil soup will keep frozen for up to 4 months.  This soup can also be doubled so that you can have plenty of leftovers on hand for a quick meal.

To reheat the soup you can microwave it or heat it gently in a pot on the stove.

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Key Ingredients for Making the Best Curried Lentil Soup

The ingredients in this soup are simple but quality is key.  Select the freshest vegetables you can find as this will not only impact flavor but nutrition content also.  Select the best curry powder and best quality broth you can find.

Nothing beats homemade curry powder that’s made fresh from whole spices that are toasted and ground.  Check out our recipe for the BEST Curry Powder!

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If you don’t have the time or space to make and store homemade broth, we recommend the next best thing: Aneto.  Our favorite broth manufacturer, Aneto is based just outside Barcelona, Spain.  We’ve been fans for several years and the opportunity to visit their factory in person and observe the entire broth-making process from start to finish further cemented our trust in their products.  It may sound silly to wax sentimental about broth, but truly it was one of the most inspiring things we’ve ever seen.  You can read more about our experience and what sets Aneto apart from other broth manufacturers HERE.

Aneto selects the freshest Non-GMO vegetables and free-ranged chickens from local farms from local farms and the freshest seafood from Spain’s coast to make their broths.   These fresh ingredients are slow-simmered for several hours in giant pots to produce the kind of broth you make in your own kitchen – made with real, whole ingredients and without any concentrates, additives, powders, artificial ingredients, flavor enhancers, or fillers of any kind.  Just pure, whole, real ingredients.

For this soup you’ll need vegetable broth and you can purchase Aneto’s vegetable broth here on Amazon or in select stores across the U.S..

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How to Make Curried Lentil Soup

Let’s get started!

Heat the oil in a pot over medium high heat and cook the onions until soft and translucent, 5-7 minutes.  Add the carrots, garlic and leek and continue cooking another 5 minutes.

cooking onions carrots leek

Add the curry powder and cook for another minute.

Add the tomatoes, lentils, bay leaf, salt and pepper.

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Add the broth and bring everything to a boil.  Reduce the heat to medium, cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the lentils are tender.

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Once the lentils are tender stir in the cilantro.  Add salt and pepper to taste.

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Serve garnished with some extra cilantro.

Enjoy!

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Curried Lentil Soup

Kimberly Killebrew
This Curried Lentil Soup recipe packs in a TON of flavor and a TON of nutrients, making this a deliciously healthy comfort soup that you'll enjoy making again and again!
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5 from 15 votes
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 50 mins
Course Main Dish, Soup
Cuisine Indian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 256 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion , chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 large leek , chopped, thoroughly rinsed and drained
  • 2 large carrots , diced
  • 2 tablespoons quality curry powder
  • homemade curry powder (click link for recipe) * highly recommended for the best flavor
  • 1 14.5 ounce (415 g) canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups (300 g) brown or Puy lentils
  • 6 cups (1.42 liters) quality vegetable broth (we highly recommend Aneto)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • extra cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oil in a pot over medium high heat and cook the onions until soft and translucent, 5-7 minutes.  Add the carrots, garlic and leek and continue cooking another 5 minutes.  Add the curry powder and cook for another minute.  Add the tomatoes, lentils, bay leaf, salt, pepper and broth.   Bring everything to a boil then reduce the heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the lentils are soft. Stir in the cilantro and add salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot garnished with some chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1402mg | Potassium: 614mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 4197IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 5mg
Keyword Curried Lentil Soup
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Disclosure: I’ve partnered with Aneto to bring you this recipe.

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22 Responses

  1. Ashley says

    October 28, 2020 at 11:24 am

    Love this soup! Absolutely delicious!

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      October 28, 2020 at 2:22 pm

      Thanks so much, Ashley!

      Reply
  2. Allyson Zea says

    February 15, 2020 at 9:56 am

    My family loved this recipe! Perfect for the cold weather.

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      February 15, 2020 at 10:00 am

      Thanks, Allyson, I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  3. Sara Welch says

    February 11, 2020 at 1:05 pm

    I love soup season for recipes just like this one! Excited to warm up with this for dinner tonight!

    Reply
  4. Tiffany La Forge-Grau says

    February 11, 2020 at 11:40 am

    I would really enjoy this soup. I need to make it for the family. Look amazing!

    Reply
  5. Katerina says

    February 11, 2020 at 1:10 am

    Such a hearty and delicious soup! We love lentil soup, and I can’t wait to try this recipe!

    Reply
  6. Vikki says

    February 10, 2020 at 9:18 pm

    So simple and delicious! Whole family loved it

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    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      February 10, 2020 at 10:31 pm

      Thank you, Vikki, I’m so glad everyone enjoyed it!

      Reply
  7. Carrie Robinson says

    February 10, 2020 at 4:39 pm

    I love both curry and lentils, so this soup is right up my alley! Can’t wait to try this recipe. :)

    Reply
  8. Amanda says

    February 10, 2020 at 3:27 pm

    This looks like such a hearty dish on a cold night!

    Reply
  9. Krissy Allori says

    February 9, 2020 at 7:32 pm

    I just love this soup. It’s packed full of flavor and is so warm and hearty. Perfect for a winter night.

    Reply
  10. Sandi says

    February 9, 2020 at 2:51 pm

    I am loving this healthy soup! It tasted incredible.

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      February 9, 2020 at 3:44 pm

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Sandi, thank you!

      Reply
  11. wilhelmina says

    February 9, 2020 at 1:36 pm

    I have this simmering away on the stove and I can’t wait for my family to get home so we can dig in. I keep going back for one more taste, SO good!

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      February 9, 2020 at 2:18 pm

      You lost no time making this, that’s wonderful, Wilhelmina! And it’s funny you mention that because I did the same thing only with less self-control – I kept going back for more tastes and finally just had to give in and fill myself a small bowl, haha! ;)

      Reply
  12. Anna says

    February 9, 2020 at 10:49 am

    I love lentils! This soup is so flavorful and delicious!

    Reply
  13. Molly K~ says

    February 9, 2020 at 9:57 am

    Sadly, I am one of those people to whom cilantro has a bad taste. What would you recommend as a substitute? I love lentils and want to try this. It looks scrumptious!

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    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      February 9, 2020 at 12:09 pm

      Hi Molly, no problem, you can substitute parsley instead – different flavor profile but still good. Happy cooking! :)

      Reply
  14. Trang says

    February 9, 2020 at 8:12 am

    My husband and I started doing no meat Tuesday’s for health and environmental reason. What a delicious soup for these days especially to get all our veggies in!

    Reply
  15. Sue says

    February 8, 2020 at 9:21 pm

    So much flavor! I love how healthy this soup is and the fabulous aroma it creates while it cooks.

    Reply
  16. Beth says

    February 8, 2020 at 7:06 pm

    This looks & smells fabulous! I love ‘Soup Season’ for recipes just like this one!! Delish!

    Reply

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