🍲🌶️ Spicy Curry Lentil Soup 🌶️🍲
This flavorful and creamy lentil soup is packed with warming spices, sweet carrots, and a hint of citrus. Topped with Harissa yogurt, crunchy pistachios, and fresh cilantro, it’s a hearty, protein-rich meal that’s both nourishing and delicious!
🛒 Ingredients:
🧅 1 onion, diced
🧄 1 garlic clove, minced
🫚 20 g (¾ oz) fresh ginger, grated
🥕 300 g (10.5 oz) carrots, peeled & diced
🧈 1 tbsp butter
🍛 100 g (½ cup) red lentils
🥄 1 tsp tomato paste
🌶️ 1 tsp mild curry powder
🧂 ½ tsp ground cumin
🍵 1 liter (4 cups) vegetable broth
🌿 3 sprigs fresh cilantro, chopped
🥄 150 g (⅔ cup) Greek yogurt
🔥 1–2 tsp Harissa (adjust to taste)
🥜 3 tbsp salted pistachios, chopped
🍋 Juice of 1 lime
🧂 Salt, to taste
👩🏼🍳 Instructions:
1️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics:
• Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
• Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until soft and fragrant.
• Stir in the carrots and cook for 2 more minutes.
2️⃣ Cook the Lentils:
• Add the red lentils and stir to coat.
• Mix in the tomato paste, curry powder, and cumin, and cook for 1 minute to release the flavors.
• Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes, until the lentils and carrots are soft.
3️⃣ Blend & Season:
• Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth and creamy.
• Season with salt and fresh lime juice to taste.
4️⃣ Prepare the Toppings:
• Mix the Greek yogurt with Harissa.
• Chop the cilantro and pistachios.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
• Ladle the soup into bowls.
• Swirl in Harissa yogurt and sprinkle with cilantro and pistachios.
💡 Tips & Variations:
✔ Make it vegan: Use coconut yogurt or omit the yogurt topping.
✔ Add protein: Stir in chickpeas or serve with grilled chicken.
✔ Make it creamy: Add a splash of coconut milk for extra richness.
✔ Spice it up: Add chili flakes or extra Harissa for more heat!
⏱ Total Time: ~30 minutes
🔥 A warm, comforting bowl of goodness—perfect for chilly days! 🍲✨