How is this soup protein-rich?
Lentils are protein rich. Every quarter cup of lentils gives about 9g of protein. The noodles are grain free garbanzo beans noodles adding to the proteins. This makes this a healthy choice that fits in your budget and is tastier just like a gourmet food.
Why is this lentil soup a winner?
- Nutritious and protein rich
- Delicious
- Budget friendly
- Easy to make
- Leftovers are great for next day lunch
- It can be made with simple ingredients from your pantry and doesn’t need fancy ingredients.
- It is comforting.
The ingredients required to make this soup?
Lentils - I have used regular lentils. But green or black lentils can be used.
Garbanzo noodles - This is a grain-free noodle that is packed with proteins and is vegan too.
Onion, celery, garlic, and ginger - flavor enhancers. Do not skip the ginger.
Potato - chunks of potato make any soup comforting and this soup is no exception.
Kale - Kale is a nutrition powerhouse. Adding this improves the nutrition profile. Any greens can be added. Kale takes a few minutes to cook and should be added about 5 minutes after adding the pasta.
Cumin - Digestive and flavor enhancing spice
Salt - adds flavor
Coconut milk - Adds to the flavor and creaminess of the soup.
Black pepper and cayenne - add to the spicy kick.
Oil - Coconut oil or any oil can be used.
What variations can be made to this soup?
For a variation sweet potatoes can be added instead of potatoes, or potatoes can be skipped. Any greens can be used instead of kale. If using spinach, add it at the last minute as it cooks quicker.
How many servings can be made with this recipe?
This recipe makes a good amount of soup that can easily serve 4-6 hungry people. If serving with a side of salad/sandwich this can serve 6-8 people.
Every month we share a soup recipe in our #SoupSaturdaySwappers group on a chosen theme. This month “Lentils” are the theme. This creamy vegan lentil soup is my share for the theme. Sue of Palatable Pastime is hosting this month.
If you love this lentil soup, be sure to check the following lentil based recipes which would become your favorite too.
Menestra De Lentejas/Ecuadorian Lentil Stew
Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Cippolini Onion Taco
- Cajun Lentil Soup with Andouille Sausage from Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck Survive Despite a Whiskered Accomplice
- Ham and Lentil Soup from A Day in the Life on the Farm
- Spicy Turkey Sausage and Lentil Soup from Karen's Kitchen Stories
- Steak and Potato Lentil Soup from Palatable Pastime
- Tadkawali Doh Dal from Sneha’s Recipe
Sneha's Recipe says
A creamy and delicious soup!
Sneha's Recipe says
A creamy and delicious soup!
Sneha's Recipe says
A creamy and delicious soup!
Karen says
Love the color from the turmeric!
Karen says
Love the color from the turmeric!
Karen says
Love the color from the turmeric!
Anonymous says
Judee at Gluten Free A-Z Blog: This soup looks wonderful. I love the potato, turmeric, fresh ginger and fresh garlic in this simple recipe. Thanks
A Day in the Life on the Farm says
This looks amazingly delicious.
A Day in the Life on the Farm says
This looks amazingly delicious.
A Day in the Life on the Farm says
This looks amazingly delicious.
A Day in the Life on the Farm says
This looks amazingly delicious.
Anonymous says
This is definitely going on my must-make list! Sounds delicious and I almost always have a can of coconut milk in my pantry! - Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck - Colleen
Anonymous says
This is definitely going on my must-make list! Sounds delicious and I almost always have a can of coconut milk in my pantry! - Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck - Colleen