Spicy vegetarian lentil soup

Spicy Vegetarian Lentil Soup

The first time I tried this vegetarian lentil soup recipe I used a fresh chillie and put too much cayenne in as well.

I was hoping for a spicy soup and that is what I got!

Not all my recipe ideas work first time, but only the ones that do work make it onto this site.

The version below is not quite as spicy as that first taste test but does have an excellent flavour as well as being sustaining.

You can always experiment with the spices for yourself.

This is an easy soup to make and ideal for serving on colder days.

To make 2 servings:

kcal

250g (8 oz) lentils 854

1 celery stalk, thinly chopped 6

1 medium onion, chopped 46

1 small carrot, chopped 21

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 8

250g (8 oz) tomatoes, chopped 45

5ml (1 tsp) cayenne 6

5ml (1 tsp) chilli powder 6

2.5ml (1/2 tsp) cumin 4

Total 996

Around 500 kcal per serving

There is no need to soak the lentils first.

Put all the ingredients in a good sized pan and add about 1 litre (2 pints) of water.

Bring to the boil and cover the pan.

Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 50 minutes or until the lentils are tender, stirring occasionally.

You may need to add more water during the cooking time.

Serve hot.

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