How to Make Orange and Lentil Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nothing quite hits the spot on a cold, blustery day like a warm bowl of soup. And if you're looking for a hearty and healthy option, look no further than this delicious recipe for Orange and Lentil Soup. This unique combination of flavors and textures will tantalize your taste buds and warm you from the inside out.

With its vibrant orange color and zesty citrus flavor, this soup is a refreshing departure from traditional lentil soups. The addition of fresh orange juice and zest adds a...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • ⅔ cup red lentils
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • ½ carrot, shredded
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 cups chicken broth, divided

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a pot over medium heat, cook onions in butter until softened. Stir in lentils, orange juice, celery, carrot, bay leaf, thyme, pepper and half the chicken broth and simmer 40 minutes, until lentils are tender.
  • Puree in a blender or food processor, or using an immersion blender. Return to the pot, stir in remaining chicken broth and heat through.
  • Nutrition

    172 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 15mg
    • Sodium: 242mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 36mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 444mg