This Healthy Red Lentil Soup is creamy, high-protein, and naturally vegan. Ideal for weight loss, it’s packed with fiber, warming spices, and clean ingredients—all in one pot.
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 carrot, diced
1 celery stalk, diced
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp turmeric
½ tsp paprika
¼ tsp black pepper
1 cup red lentils, rinsed
5 cups water or vegetable broth
Juice of ½ lemon
Salt to taste
Optional: 1 cup chopped spinach or kale
Heat oil and sauté onion, carrot, and celery for 5 minutes.
Add garlic and tomato paste, cook 1 minute.
Stir in lentils, spices, and broth. Simmer 20–25 minutes.
Add lemon juice and greens (if using). Blend if desired.
Season and serve warm.
Store up to 5 days in fridge or freeze. Use water for low-sodium version. Add chili flakes for spice or blend for creamy texture.