Cream of Lentil Soup

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are commonly used in many cuisines around the world.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Cream of Lentil Soup

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: International Courses: Lunch, Soup Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Lentils
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 medium Carrot
• 2 stalk Celery stalks
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils under cold water.
2. In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
4. Add the carrot and celery. Cook for a few more minutes.
5. Add the lentils, vegetable broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until the lentils are tender.
7. Remove the bay leaf and blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
8. Stir in the heavy cream and heat through.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.