Description
Vegan Lentil Tortilla Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that warms the soul on chilly nights. This delightful soup features a rich broth brimming with spices, tender lentils, and crispy tortilla strips that add a satisfying crunch. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this recipe is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Gather your friends and family around for a bowl of comfort that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mix of colors)
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup crispy tortilla strips
Instructions
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder; cook for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add vegetable broth, diced tomatoes (with juices), lentils, and bell peppers. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender but not mushy.
- Just before serving, stir in chopped cilantro for freshness.
- Serve hot topped with crispy tortilla strips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg