Thai Coconut Red Lentil Soup
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Savor the warmth of Thai Coconut Red Lentil Soup—a delightful blend of flavors that’s rich in nutrients. Try making it today!
- Author: Sophie
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 bowls 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
- 1 cup red lentils (uncooked)
- 1 can coconut milk (14 oz)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Heat olive oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger; sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add red curry paste and turmeric powder, mixing well until combined.
- Pour in the red lentils, vegetable broth, and coconut milk; stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for about 20 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Optional: Blend the soup using an immersion blender for a smooth consistency.
- Stir in soy sauce and lime juice; taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg