5 Ingredient Lentil Soup
These recipes were created by Chef Sharon Gardner as part of our 5 Ingredient Community Cookery Course. The recipes do not include in the count of 5 pantry staples such as olive oil, salt and pepper and other seasonings. Warming comforting Soup to eat on a cold winter';s day. Feel free to use up any veggies you already have in the fridge to help save both on your pocket and reduce food waste.
Ingredients
Fridge/cupboard ingredients
- 1 onion (may need a more)
Instructions
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- Wash and drain the lentils and leave to one side.
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Heat a deep pot on medium; add the onions, broccoli stalk, celery and garlic and sauté for a few minutes until soft.
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Next, add the cumin, turmeric and cayenne spices to the pan and mix well. Now add the lentils and carrots and coat in the spice mixture and cook for a few more minutes.
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Add the stock and bring to a boil, turn down and cover and leave to simmer for about 20 minutes.
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After 20 minutes check the lentils and carrots and if soft, remove from the heat and leave to cool slightly, then blend with a hand blender or in a blender jug until everything is smooth.
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Taste, and season with the sea salt (if needed) and freshly ground black pepper, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve with a little chopped coriander on top and a drizzle of olive oil..
