How to Make Lentil Soup

Name: How to Make Lentil Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or coconut oil; 1 large sweet onion, diced; 2 celery ribs, diced; 2 medium carrots, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon curry powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juices); 1 14-ounce can full-fat coconut milk; 1 ¼ cups uncooked red lentils (rinsed and drained); 1- inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and minced; 1 teaspoon fine sea salt; 1 package of baby spinach (5-ounces), roughly chopped; 1 lemon, juiced; chopped fresh parsley or fresh cilantro; ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:30min

This spicy red lentil soup with coconut milk is a cozy, flavorful meal that combines creamy textures with warming spices. It’s easy to make and filled with wholesome ingredients like red lentils, carrots, and a hint of fresh ginger, creating a bowl of comfort that’s that's ready in only 40 minutes.

Updated at: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 03:14:55 GMT