Easy Soup Maker Lentil Soup Recipe
Introduction
This easy lentil soup made in a soup maker is a quick, nutritious meal perfect for busy days. It’s hearty, flavorful, and requires minimal effort, making homemade soup more accessible than ever.
Ingredients
- 750ml vegetable or ham stock
- 75g red lentils
- 3 carrots, finely chopped
- 1 medium leek, sliced (150g)
- Small handful chopped parsley, to serve
Instructions
- Step 1: Add the stock, red lentils, chopped carrots, and sliced leek into your soup maker. Ensure you do not fill above the maximum fill line to avoid overflow during cooking.
- Step 2: Select the ‘chunky soup’ setting on the soup maker and start the cycle. The soup may appear foamy at first, but this will subside by the end of the cooking process.
- Step 3: Once the cooking cycle has finished, check that the lentils are tender. Stir the soup and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Step 4: Serve the soup hot, garnished with a sprinkling of chopped parsley for a fresh finish.
Tips & Variations
- Use vegetable stock for a vegetarian option or ham stock for added depth of flavor.
- Add a clove of garlic or a pinch of cumin to boost the soup’s aroma and taste.
- For a smoother texture, blend the soup after cooking instead of using the chunky setting.
- Replace parsley with fresh coriander or chives for a different herbaceous note.
Storage
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave until piping hot. You can also freeze the soup for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make this soup without a soup maker?
Yes, you can prepare this soup on the stovetop. Simmer the stock, lentils, carrots, and leek in a pot for about 25-30 minutes until the lentils are tender.
What kind of lentils work best for this recipe?
Red lentils are ideal because they cook quickly and break down nicely, giving the soup a creamy texture. Other lentil varieties may require longer cooking times and yield a different texture.
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Easy Soup Maker Lentil Soup Recipe
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Low Fat
Description
A simple and wholesome lentil soup made effortlessly in a soup maker, combining red lentils, fresh carrots, leek, and vegetable or ham stock to create a healthy, comforting meal perfect for any day.
Ingredients
Soup Ingredients
- 750ml vegetable or ham stock
- 75g red lentils
- 3 carrots, finely chopped
- 1 medium leek (about 150g), sliced
To Serve
- Small handful chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Finely chop the carrots and slice the leek to ensure they cook evenly and blend well in the soup maker.
- Add Ingredients to Soup Maker: Pour in 750ml of vegetable or ham stock, then add 75g of red lentils, the chopped carrots, and sliced leek into the soup maker. Ensure the total quantity does not exceed the maximum fill line of your machine.
- Set Soup Maker Function: Select and press the ‘chunky soup’ function on your soup maker. The soup may appear foamy at the beginning, which is normal and will subside during the cooking process.
- Cook Soup: Allow the soup maker to complete its cycle, cooking the lentils until they are tender and the vegetables have softened.
- Season and Serve: Once the cycle finishes, check the lentils for tenderness and season the soup well with salt and pepper to taste. Finally, sprinkle chopped parsley over the top to serve.
Notes
- Be careful not to fill the soup maker above the max fill line to avoid overflow or malfunction.
- The soup maker’s ‘chunky soup’ function helps retain some texture while cooking the lentils and vegetables thoroughly.
- If a smoother texture is desired, you can blend the soup further after cooking.
- For a vegan version, ensure you use vegetable stock instead of ham stock.
- This soup is perfect for meal prep and can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: British
Keywords: lentil soup, easy soup maker recipe, red lentils, healthy soup, vegetarian soup, quick soup
