The best part of making Lentil Soup is you can make it with any lentils. You can use different vegetables it to create different variations of it. I usually prefer making this soup with red or green lentils. But in the recipe given below, I’m using sprouted lentils. As the lentils are sprouted, hence this soup is super healthy. This is an easy recipe to make for a busy weeknight dinner. Super healthy and rich in flavors, it also tastes great. I like having it with Jalapeno Bread, as it complements the soup very well. The best part of the soup is that you can flavor it with any seasoning. To make the recipe in slow cooker, CLICK HERE.
SOME VARIATION YOU CAN TRY IN LENTILS SOUP
LENTILS: You can use any lentils you like in the soup . I have use sprouted lentils but regular lentils will also work. You can use red lentils or yellow or green in the recipe. STOCK/ WATER: Adding stock in the recipe will result in more flavorful & a healthier soup. But water also works just fine. VEGETABLES: If you soup to be more filling & healthier then do add 1 cup of chopped veggies. I like to add zucchini, french beans, corns, etc in the soup. ADD-INS: You can add butter & cream to make the soup creamier. But if you want healthy soup then you skip it.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAKING LENTILS SOUP
STEP 1 - SAUTE VEGGIES: First Saute the veggies (onion, celery, and carrots) until soft & tender. Then add fresh or canned tomatoes and any other veggies (if needed). STEP 2 - ADD LENTILS: Add lentils and stock and pressure cook the lentils. Depending on the lentils you’re using, time may vary. STEP 3 - STIR & SERVE: Once pressure is released stir until well combined. Adjust the seasoning and serve hot.
Is Lentil Soup good for you?
Consuming Lentils is super healthy and beneficial. Eating plant-based foods is great for the heart. Lentils are rich source of protein. And being high in fiber, they also help in weight control. Lentils are easy to make and have many nutritional benefits. They also help in balancing digestive problems and promote other health benefits too.
How long can I store Lentil Soup?
Most Lentil Soups can last for a week in a refrigerator. But if you have leftover soup and you don’t think you can finish in that time frame, then you can freeze it too. Freezing could increase the time frame to months. The frozen soup won’t lose the texture or taste. But don’t freeze the soup that has cream in it. It’s best to add the cream only in the soup you are going to eat soon. You can freeze the rest of the leftover soup that has no cream in it.
Do I need to Cook lentils before adding to Soup?
The best part of making Tri-colored Sprouted Lentil Soup is that lentils are easy to make. You don’t need a lot of cooking that is required in other soups. Though you need to soak & rinse the lentils before cooking. Some lentils can easily be made in under 2-3 minutes of pressure cook time in an Instant Pot. To enjoy lentil soup, lentils need to be cooked properly, so I prefer to cook for 20 minutes using the Soup setting of Instant Pot.
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