This Indian Spiced Red Lentil Soup recipe is a blend of tender red lentils, vibrant vegetables, and a burst of aromatic spices that will satisfy buds. 🍲
This soup isn't just delicious; it's also extremely healthy. The added shredded chicken provides protein, making this dish a powerhouse for any meal.😋
How to Make Indian Spiced Red Lentil Soup
Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.
Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the onions, bell pepper, tomato, serrano pepper, and carrots. Cook, stirring, until the vegetables soften, about 10 minutes.
Add the knorr chicken bouillon, cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, garam masala or curry powder, turmeric, garlic, and ginger, and cook for 1 minute more.
Add the hot water, unsweetened coconut milk, and lentils to the pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the lentils are tender and starting to break down.
Add the chopped apples. Using a stick blender, puree until smooth and creamy (alternatively, let the Indian Spiced Red Lentil Soup cool slightly, then puree in 2 batches in the hand blender.
Be sure to open the hole in the lid and cover it with a clean kitchen towel to allow the steam to escape). Add the cooked chicken, cilantro, and lemon juice, and heat until warm. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or more lemon juice, if desired.
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📖 Recipe
Easy Indian Spiced Red Lentil Soup
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 medium carrots , diced
- 1 large yellow onion , chopped
- 4 Roma tomatoes , chopped
- 1 honey crisp apple or granny smith , peeled, seeded, and chopped
- 3 medium celery stalks , washed and sliced crosswise ½-inch thick
- 6 cups of hot water
- 1 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 cup red lentils , washed
- One 1-inch piece of ginger root , chopped or grated
- 1 green serrano chile or jalapeno , split and seeded
- 2 cups shredded , skinless cooked chicken from a store-bought rotisserie chicken or leftovers
- 1 tablespoon garam masala or curry powder
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Knorr chicken bouillon , to taste
- Juice from 1 large lemon or lime
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro , chopped plus for garnishing
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the onions, bell pepper, tomato, serrano pepper, and carrots. Cook, stirring, until the vegetables soften, about 10 minutes. Add the knorr chicken bouillon, cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, garam masala or curry powder, turmeric, garlic, and ginger, and cook for 1 minute more.
- Add the hot water, unsweetened coconut milk, and lentils to the pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and starting to break down. Add the chopped apples.
- Using a stick blender, puree the Indian Spiced Red Lentil Soup until smooth and creamy (alternatively, let the soup cool slightly, then puree in 2 batches in the hand blender. Be sure to leave the hole in the lid open, and cover with a clean kitchen towel, to allow the steam to escape).
- Add the cooked chicken, cilantro, and lemon juice, and heat until warmed through. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or more lemon juice, if desired.
What to serve with
- Ladle the Indian Spiced Red Lentil Soup into bowls, sprinkled with fresh chopped cilantro, and lemon wedges on the side. Enjoy!
Notes
- To store: Indian Spiced Red Lentil Soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 4-5 days in an airtight container. To store, let the soup cool to room temperature, then transfer it to a container with a tight-fitting lid. Next, place the container in the fridge and consume it within the recommended time frame.
- To reheat: The soup, you can use a microwave or a stovetop. If using a microwave, transfer the soup to a microwave-safe bowl and heat it for 2-3 minutes, occasionally stirring until it's heated through.
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
