German Lentil Soup with Carrots and Red Chili Pepper
A cozy bowl of German lentil soup with sweet carrots and chili heat
Thick, rich, and herby with bay leaf and thyme in every spoonful
Comforting, warm, and finished with fresh parsley for brightness
soup ⏱ 60 min 260 kcal / portion 45.0 g carbs / portion (estimated) vegan
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Preparation steps
- rinse and pick lentils
- soak lentils 30 minutes
- drain soaked lentils
- heat olive oil in pot
- sauté onion, garlic, and red chili pepper
- cook carrots in pot
- add lentils, broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper to pot
- boil then simmer 25-30 min
- remove bay leaves
- taste and adjust seasoning
- garnish with chopped parsley and serve