Ginger Lentil Soup

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Warm, comforting, and packed with vibrant flavors, Ginger Lentil Soup is your go-to recipe for a wholesome, nutrient-rich meal. This one-pot dish combines the earthy goodness of red lentils with the warming zing of freshly grated ginger, all simmered together with aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and coriander. Hearty vegetables like carrots and celery enhance the soup's texture, while a splash of zesty lemon juice adds the perfect bright finish. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make, plant-based soup is both satisfying and incredibly nutritious. Serve it steaming hot with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a burst of color and freshness—it’s the ultimate cozy recipe for busy weeknights or a soothing lunch. Perfect for anyone seeking a healthy, flavor-packed lentil soup recipe!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

16 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed and drained
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.

3. Stir in the garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Add the diced carrots and celery to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.

5. Stir in the red lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, cumin, turmeric, coriander, salt, and pepper.

6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

7. Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup for a creamier texture, or leave it as-is for a chunkier consistency.

8. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and adjust the seasoning if needed.

9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (611.5g)

Calories		459
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		13.5 g	17%
	Saturated Fat	2.4 g	12%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	1.8 g
Cholesterol		2 mg	1%
Sodium		1159 mg	50%
Total Carbohydrate		66.6 g	24%
	Dietary Fiber	13.5 g	48%
	Total Sugars	12.8 g
Protein		21.4 g	43%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		146 mg	11%
Iron		6.1 mg	34%
Potassium		1573 mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 495 cal (26.1%%)

Protein: 340 cal (17.9%%)

Carbs: 1062 cal (56.0%%)