Lentil Soup with Lime Juice

Warm up your soul with this vibrant and hearty Lentil Soup with Lime Juice, a comforting one-pot meal that's as nourishing as it is flavorful. Packed with protein-rich red lentils, aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, and a medley of fresh vegetables, this soup delivers a perfect balance of earthiness and warmth. A splash of lime juice added just before serving brightens the flavors, creating a zesty contrast that elevates every spoonful. Ready in under an hour, this vegan and gluten-free dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Serve it piping hot, optionally garnished with fresh cilantro, and enjoy its creamy-yet-chunky texture. Healthy, hearty, and bursting with flavor, this lentil soup is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1.5 cups dried red lentils
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear.

Step 5

Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes with their juices, and the bay leaf to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup for a creamier texture, leaving some lentils and vegetables intact for a chunky consistency.

Step 8

Stir in the lime juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2768.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2232.6

Total Fat 59.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g
Cholesterol 8.5mg	0%
Sodium 6576.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 336.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 70.6g	0%
Total Sugars 56.5g
Protein 113.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 746.0mg	0%
Iron 34.4mg	0%
Potassium 7758.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.8%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 57.7%