Creamy Red Lentil Soup (Easy One-Pot, High-Protein)

Name: Creamy Red Lentil Soup (Easy One-Pot, High-Protein)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 onion; 1 carrot; 1 rib celery; 3 cloves garlic; 1 teaspoon ground cumin (or dried oregano); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 medium potatoes (peeled and cut into small chunks); 8 cups vegetable broth (add 4 cups at a time); 2 cups red lentils (dried — no soaking needed); 1 teaspoon salt (more or less to taste + black pepper); 1 lemon (cut into wedges); 1 tablespoon parsley (chopped)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

This creamy lentil soup is a one-pot, 30-minute recipe that’s protein-rich, fiber-packed, and perfect for cozy, nourishing meals any night of the week.

Updated at: Wed, 29 Oct 2025 18:38:05 GMT