Description
A creamy and comforting tomato soup enriched with lentils for a protein boost, blended until smooth and finished with a touch of cream and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Small handful fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic, then sauté until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until slightly softened.
- Add cooked lentils and vegetable broth, then mix well.
- Let the mixture simmer for 20 minutes to develop flavor.
- Blend the soup until smooth using a blender.
- Return to the pot and stir in heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes.
- Serve hot and garnish with fresh basil and a swirl of cream.
Notes
- Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Blend thoroughly to achieve a smooth and creamy texture.
- Add extra broth if the soup becomes too thick.
- Adjust seasoning gradually to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: high protein tomato soup, lentil tomato soup, creamy tomato soup, healthy soup recipe, vegetarian protein soup