CARROT AND LENTIL SOUP

A fantastic versatile soup that is so quick to prepare – no chopping needed, just a grater and a saucepan. Brilliant for using store cupboard ingredients and for a last-minute healthy lunch that can be on the table in 20 minutes.

Carrot and lentil soup

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • ½ tsp dried chilli flakes
  • 600g grated carrots (no need to peel)
  • 140g split red lentils (rinsed)
  • 1 litre vegetable stock
  • 125ml milk (any kind, e.g. whole, skimmed, almond, soy)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

 

Method

  1. In a large saucepan dry-fry the cumin seeds and chilli flakes.
  2. Add all of the remaining ingredients, bring to the boil then simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Blitz with a stick blender or in a food processor.
  4. Serve and enjoy!
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