I’ve had this recipe saved in my scrapbook for a very long time, I can’t remember where I got it from but it was online. I love the fact that it is super easy to make and it is perfect if you are following Extra Easy SP.
Serves: 4
Syns: FREE if using milk as part of your healthy extra A choice
Time Taken: less than 30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Carrot and Lentil Soup
Ingredients
- 600g carrots, coarsely grated
- 140g red lentils
- 1 tbsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp red chilli flakes
- 1lt vegetable stock
- 125ml milk
Method
Heat a large saucepan and dry-fry the cumin seeds and chilli flakes for 1 min, or until they start to jump around the pan and release their aromas. Add the carrot, lentils, stock and milk to the pan and bring to the boil. Simmer for 15 minutes until the lentils have swollen and softened.
Whizz the soup with a blender or in a food processor until smooth (or leave it chunky if you prefer). Season to taste.