Pumpkin and Lentil Soup
This vegan pumpkin and red lentil soup is hearty, healthy, and comforting.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Inactive time:15 minutes mins
Total Time1 hour hr
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pumpkin and lentil soup
Servings: 4
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 small to medium leeks (white parts only) chopped
- 1/2 medium onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups pumpkin purée
- 1 large carrot peeled & sliced
- 1 cup red lentils
- 2 dashes Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
Add the oil to a large pot on medium-high heat. Sautée the leek and onion for 10 minutes, stirring fairly often.
Stir in the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Add the vegetable broth, water, pumpkin purée, carrot, lentils, Italian seasoning, cumin, and chili powder. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil.
Once it's boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and cover with the lid slightly ajar. Let it simmer for 20 minutes.
Blend the soup in batches until it's smooth (I suggest letting the soup cool for at least 15 minutes first). Season with salt & pepper as needed and serve immediately.
Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 984mg | Potassium: 858mg | Fiber: 19g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 23031IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 7mg