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Spiced carrot & lentil soup

Healthy , Dinner , Mother's Day
The perfect hearty soup

At a Glance

Servings:

4

Difficulty:

Easy

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cooking Time:

15 mins

What you'll need:

  • 2 tsp cumin seeds
  • pinch chilli flakes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 600g carrots
  • 140g split red lentils
  • 1l hot vegetable stock 
  • 125ml milk 
  • plain yogurt and naan bread, to serve

Method:

STEP 1

Heat a large saucepan and dry-fry 2 tsp cumin seeds and a pinch of chilli flakes for 1 min, or until they start to jump around the pan and release their aromas.

STEP 2

Scoop out about half with a spoon and set aside. Add 2 tbsp olive oil, 600g coarsely grated carrots, 140g split red lentils, 1l hot vegetable stock and 125ml milk to the pan and bring to the boil.

STEP 3

Simmer for 15 mins until the lentils have swollen and softened.

STEP 4

Whizz the soup with a stick blender or in a food processor until smooth (or leave it chunky if you prefer).

STEP 5

Season to taste and finish with a dollop of plain yogurt and a sprinkling of the reserved toasted spices. Serve with warmed naan breads.