Best 7 Creamy Lentil Soup Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our creamy lentil soup, a comforting and flavorful dish that nourishes both body and soul. This delectable soup blends the earthy goodness of lentils with a symphony of aromatic spices, creating a hearty and satisfying meal. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, our step-by-step guide and additional lentil soup variations will lead you to culinary success. From the classic lentil soup with its simplicity and elegance to the robust and smoky lentil soup with sausage, each recipe promises a unique flavor experience. Embrace the versatility of lentils as we explore these culinary gems, transforming humble ingredients into a symphony of taste.

This article features a collection of lentil soup recipes, each offering a distinctive twist on this classic comfort food. From the traditional lentil soup, brimming with earthy flavors and the goodness of lentils, to the hearty lentil soup with sausage, bursting with smoky and savory notes, these recipes cater to diverse palates. For those seeking a plant-based delight, the vegan lentil soup promises a satisfying and nutritious meal, while the red lentil soup enchants with its vibrant color and rich, peppery taste. Embrace the versatility of lentils as we guide you through these culinary creations, transforming simple ingredients into a symphony of flavors.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY VEGETARIAN LENTIL-MUSHROOM SOUP



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Creamy lentil soup cooked in a crockpot. Serve with crusty bread or rolls for a comfort food fix! Feel free to double this recipe.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Lentil

Time 6h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 lb dry lentils (1 1/4 cups)
2 medium carrots, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup mushroom, sliced
1 cup sliced celery
1/4 cup snipped parsley
4 cups water
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 teaspoons instant vegetable bouillon granules (or 2 cubes)
sour cream

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute onions, mushrooms, garlic, and celery till just slightly browned, about 10 minutes.
  • In a 3 1/2 or 4 quart crockpot, combine the lentils, carrots, onion, garlic, mushrooms, celery& parsley.
  • Stir in water, mushroom soup, and bouillon.
  • Cover; cook on low 10 to 12 hours or high 5 to 6 hours.
  • Top each serving with a dollop of sour cream.
  • 4 servings.

CREAMY TOMATO AND LENTIL SLOW COOKER SOUP



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a spicy soup based on a Breville recipe in the slow cooker's sample recipes. I have modified this a bit - see which version you prefer.Originally it included 4 cloves garlic, 3 tsp minced chilli and you stirred 1/3 cup sun dried tomato pesto through at the end. I found this too hot. Even this version is fairly spicy but yummy! Next time I make it I will leave out the chilli altogether and just add sun dried tomato pesto.

Provided by maggie in australia

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 4h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium Spanish onions, sliced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
6 cups tinned crushed tomatoes
6 cups vegetable stock
1/2 cup tomato paste
1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 cups red lentils
1 1/4 cups cream
1/3 cup sun-dried tomato pesto (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a non stick pan. Cook onion over medium heat until golden. Add garlic and chilli and cook for about 1 minute.
  • Place onion mix in slow cooker. Stir in tomatoes, stock, tomato paste, brown sugar and lentils.
  • Cover with lid and cook on LOW 6-8 hours or HIGH 4 hours.
  • Stir in cream 1/2 hour before end of cooking, replace lid and continue to cook.
  • The orginal recipe says to ladle into bowls and top with 2 tsp sundried tomato pesto. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.4, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 41.5, Sodium 152.1, Carbohydrate 31, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 5.7, Protein 10.9

DAHL SOUP (NEPAL-STYLE CREAMY LENTIL SOUP)



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This is a delicious creamy lentil soup from Nepal. It's quite flavorful as well as being healthy. There are countless variations of this soup recipe, which differ in the lentils (some use red, some use yellow, etc) and spices used which primarily reflects the region where the recipe originated. It easily adapts to recipe...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Other Soups

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 Tbsp sesame oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 cups vegetable broth
1 (15-oz) can(s) diced tomatoes (undrained)
1 (13-oz) can(s) light coconut milk
1 cup lentils (red or yellow work equally well)
2 tsp finely chopped ginger (or 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger)
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp coriander
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp cardamom
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 medium lemon, juiced
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (amount is approximate)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic, and sauté for about 6 minutes, stirring frequently, or until the onions are soft and starting to caramelize.
  • 2. Add all remaining ingredients (except lemon and cilantro). Let the mixture almost reach a boil. Reduce heat, cover pot, and let simmer 20 to 30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
  • 3. Remove pot from heat, and stir in 3/4 cup of the cilantro. Squeeze lemon halves into the pot, and stir. Ladle into serving bowls, and garnish each serving with remaining cilantro, and serve immediately.

SLOW COOKER CREAMY LENTIL SOUP



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Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cup reduced-sodium vegetable broth
1 cup green lentils, uncooked
1 cup yellow onion, chopped
3/4 cup carrots, chopped
2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
5 sprigs thyme
4 clove garlic, minced
15 ounces chickpeas
3/4 cups water
2 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cups lacinato kale, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon sherry or red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Coat a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Place broth and next 8 ingredients (through garlic) in slow cooker; stir well. Cover and cook on Low 7 hours.
  • Process chickpeas, 3/4 cup water, oil, and lemon juice in a blender until smooth. Add chickpea mixture and kale to slow cooker; stir well. Cover and cook on low 30 minutes. Stir in vinegar

CREAMY SPLIT PEA & LENTIL SOUP



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Make and share this Creamy Split Pea & Lentil Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by VeggieCook98

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup dry green lentils
2 cups dried split peas
4 cups vegetable broth
5 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion (diced)
1 carrot (diced)
2 stalks celery (diced)
2 dried bay leaves

Steps:

  • Cook your peas and lentils, in the water and broth in a large pot over medium heat for 90 minutes to two hours, or until soft. Do not drain. Transfer to a large bowl and set aside.
  • In a saute pan, heat the oil. When heated, saute the onion, carrot, and celery with the bay leaves until soft. Make sure you remove the bay leaves.
  • Puree the vegetables in a blender until smooth. Move to a large pot. Puree the peas and lentils in batches in the blender until smooth. Add that to the vegetable puree, and cook over medium low heat until warm. Serve in bowls.
  • Enjoy!

CREAMY LENTIL SOUP



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Make and share this Creamy Lentil Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Lentil

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 3/4 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
3/4 cup onion, chopped
1 tablespoon gingerroot, peeled and minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 cup dried pink lentils
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 (13 3/4 ounce) cans no-salt-added chicken broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added stewed tomatoes, undrained
7 tablespoons plain nonfat yogurt

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add next 3 ingredients; saute 3 minutes.
  • Add cumin and curry powder; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  • Add lentils and next 3 ingredients; stir well, and bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 45 minutes or until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Spoon one-third of mixture into container of an electric blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth.
  • Spoon into a large bowl.
  • Repeat procedure with remaining lentil mixture.
  • Return mixture to pan; cook over medium heat until heated.
  • Ladle into soup bowls; top with yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 587.3, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 1.2, Sodium 925.5, Carbohydrate 87.5, Fiber 13.5, Sugar 8.7, Protein 45.5

CREAMY LENTIL SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Low Fat

Yield 10-12

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups split lentils,
1/4 cup short grain rice,
1 cup chopped onions,
1/2 cup chopped leeks,
1 cup diced carrots,
Juice of 1 lemon (or more if desired),
1 bay leaf,
1/2 teaspoon tumeric,
1/2 teaspoon curry powder,
1/2 teaspoon cumin,
2 tablespoons canola oil,
8-10 cups of water,
salt and pepper to taste,
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley for garnsihing

Steps:

  • Rinse lentils and rice in warm water and set aside. In a large heavy pot, heat oil on a medium-high heat. Add onions, leeks and bay leaf and saute for 3-5 minutes, then add carrots, tumeric, curry powder, cumin, salt and pepper and saute for a few minutes. Then add the rice and lentils, stir all ingredients and add water. Allow to come to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and let cook, stirring every 10 minutes, for about 30 minutes. Add lemon juice, and more water if soup is very thick. Allow to cool a little bit and then with a hand-held blender, puree the soup until smooth and creamy. Ladle soup in plates, garnish with parsley and some more cumin and lemon juice if desired. Serve hot.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of lentils. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture. Lentils expand about 2.5 times when cooked, so 1 cup of dry lentils will yield about 2.5 cups of cooked lentils.
  • Don't overcook the lentils. Lentils should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooked lentils will become mushy and lose their flavor.
  • Use a good quality vegetable broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your soup. If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use water, but add a little extra salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add your favorite vegetables. This is a great way to customize your soup and make it your own. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and spinach.
  • Season your soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of yogurt for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Creamy lentil soup is a delicious, hearty, and healthy soup that is perfect for a cold day. It is also a great way to use up leftover lentils. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious bowl of creamy lentil soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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