Description
This vibrant Low-Fat Spicy Tomato Potato Lentil Soup is a delicious medley of veggies and hearty lentils, all simmered to perfection in a rich and savory tomato broth.
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients:
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 Tablespoons minced garlic
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth *
- 2 cups water
- 4 ½ cups (1 lb. 8 oz.) peeled, cubed potatoes (1/2-inch cubes)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ to 1 ¼ teaspoon sea salt (+/-) *
Spice/Herb Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano (+/-)
- 2 teaspoons regular chili powder (+/-)
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (+/-)
- ½ teaspoon cumin (+/-)
- ½ teaspoon fennel powder (+/-) *
- Pinch to ¼ teaspoon black pepper (+/-)
- Pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
Other Ingredients:
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda *
- 3 – [ 8 oz. cans ] tomato sauce
- 2 Tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup (+/-)
- 1 – [ 15 oz. can ] corn, drained
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 – [ 14.5 oz. cans ] lentils, drained and rinsed *
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 to 3 teaspoons hot sauce *
Instructions
- Place the Spice/Herb Ingredients into a small bowl, mix well, set aside.
- In a large stockpot, sauté the chopped onions for 7 to 9 minutes over medium-high heat. Add a splash of water to prevent sticking/burning if needed.
- Add the minced garlic to the pot, continue to sauté over medium-high heat for 1 minute.
- Next add all the remaining Base Ingredients, bring to a boil, then immediately lower to a simmer. Simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are nearly tender.
- Then add all the Other Ingredients and the Spice/Herb Mix stir well, simmer for 10 minutes.
- Then add the lentils and the Finishing Ingredients, stir well. Simmer for 4 minutes.
- Test to see if the potatoes are perfectly tender. If not, continue to simmer until tender. Once perfectly tender remove from the stove and allow to sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to marry and develop. Enjoy!
Notes
*Please reference the blog post for Tips for Success, Pantry Items Used, Storage and Freezing, and Kitchen Products Used.
*Sea Salt: Please adjust the sea salt based upon your family’s sea salt preferences and/or based upon dietary needs.
*Serving: 8 (makes 10 cups)