Lentil and Sweet Pepper Soup with Lemon Tahini Cream

May 2, 2018
Lentil and Sweet Pepper Soup with Lemon Tahini Cream

Another soup, I can eat soup anytime, even though it was 26F outside hopefully summer is on its way. I use lentils a lot in my cooking whether it’s soup, curries or even shepherds pie. Lentil soup is simple, and easy to throw together. It’s my go-to meal when I want something hearty but healthy. . One cup of cooked lentils only contains about 230 calories, but still leaves you feeling full and satisfied. Red lentils are perfect for when you’re in a hurry because they cook quicker than other legumes. 

You can eat this soup without the lemon tahini cream but I love the lemon zing and creaminess it gives the soup it changes the whole flavor of the recipe. Sprinkle with a little fresh coriander and you have a complete meal.

Lentil and Sweet Pepper Soup with Lemon Tahini Cream

Lentil and Sweet Pepper Soup with Lemon Tahini Cream
 
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Recipe type: Entree
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • Lentil and sweet pepper soup with lemon tahini cream.
  • 1 red onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 red or orange sweet pepper diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup water**
  • 2 cups diced tomatoes
  • Lemon Tahini Cream.
  • ¾ cup tahini paste
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup Vegetable Stock
  • ½ teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. First we need to prepare the 2 cups of diced tomatoes. Place in blender and blend until smooth. Set aside.
  2. In a large pot or a deep non stick wok heat the olive oil.
  3. Add the onion and garlic, sauté till soft and translucent.
  4. Add the red or orange sweet pepper. Sauté for 1-2 minutes
  5. Add the cumin, coriander paprika and the cayenne pepper. Coat the onions and pepper mixture.
  6. Add the vegetable broth, water and blended tomatoes to the mixture.
  7. Add the lentils and bring to a boil. Then simmer for 25-30 minutes until lentils are soft.
  8. ** if soup becomes a little thick just add a little water as the lentils cook.
  9. While soup is cooking prepare the tahini cream.
  10. Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor, blend until smooth.
  11. Top soup with cream and fresh coriander.