Smoky Lentil & Tomato Soup

Name: Smoky Lentil & Tomato Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 large onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 cup red lentils, rinsed; 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 tsp dried thyme; Salt and black pepper to taste; Coconut cream or yogurt for serving

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This soup is a hug in a bowl. Red lentils break down to create a creamy texture, while fire-roasted tomatoes and a dash of smoked paprika add a complex, smoky backbone. It's vegan, incredibly nutritious, and comes together in one pot for easy cleanup.

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A deep bowl of creamy orange-red lentil and tomato soup, garnished with a swirl of coconut cream and fresh thyme

Prep Time10 min

Cook Time30 min

Servings4

Equipment

Large PotImmersion Blender or Standard Blender

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil1 large onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp smoked paprika1 cup red lentils, rinsed1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes4 cups vegetable broth1 tsp dried thyme Salt and black pepper to taste Coconut cream or yogurt for serving

Instructions

1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2
Add the garlic and smoked paprika, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
3
Stir in the rinsed lentils, canned tomatoes, vegetable broth, and thyme.
4
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until lentils are tender.
5
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or carefully blend in batches in a standard blender.
6
Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot with a swirl of coconut cream or a dollop of yogurt.