Description
A high-protein blended soup that combines various ingredients for a nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked lentils
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced onion
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add cooked lentils, vegetable broth, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a blender in batches.
- Adjust seasoning as necessary and reheat if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of coconut milk before blending.
- Experiment with different spices like smoked paprika or turmeric for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: high protein blended soup recipes