Alton Brown Lentil Soup Recipe - Delish Sides (2024)

Alton Brown’s Lentil Soup, which blends lentils, colorful vegetables, and a variety of spices for comforting goodness, cooks in just 45 minutes and is a substantial and nutritious treat.

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• Alton Brown Carrot Cake
• Alton Brown Broccoli Salad
• Alton Brown Glazed Carrots

💗 Why You’ll Love This Lentil Soup Recipe:

• Flavorful Delight: Rich taste with a unique spice blend.
• Nutrient-rich: Packed with protein and fiber.
• Easy Prep: Simple instructions for all cooks.
• Comforting Texture: Velvety-smooth puree.
• Versatile Satisfaction: Perfect for any occasion.

❓ What Is Alton Brown’s Lentil Soup Recipe?

Alton Brown’s lentil soup is a savory recipe cooked with lentils, vegetables, and a blend of spices, resulting in a hearty and satisfying blended soup.

🥕 Alton Brown Lentil Soup Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
• 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 pound lentils, picked and rinsed
• 1 cup peeled and chopped tomatoes
• 2 quarts chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground toasted cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground grains of paradise

🥘 How To Make Alton Brown Lentil Soup

1. Heat a large Dutch oven (6 quarts) over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the salt, carrot, celery, and onion once it’s hot, and cook for 6–7 minutes, or until the onions become translucent.
2. Blend in the lentils, tomatoes, broth, cumin, coriander, and grains of paradise.
3. Raise the heat to high and cook until it begins to boil. Cook, covered, over low heat for 35–40 minutes, or until lentils are soft.
4. Puree until smooth, using an immersion blender. Serve right away.

💭 Recipe Tips

• Rinse Lentils: Rinse for cleanliness and to remove excess starch.
• Precision Chopping: Finely chop veggies for consistent texture.
• Toast Spices: Enhance flavor by toasting cumin and coriander.
• Immersion Blender: Invest in easy, in-pot pureeing.
• Taste and Adjust: Adjust seasoning to your liking before serving.

🥙 What Pairs Nicely With Lentil Soup?

You may pair lentil soup with Greek salad, grilled cheese sandwich, sautéed spinach, roasted veggies, pita chips, wheat berries, brown rice, quinoa, cannellini beans, and zucchini noodles.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Lentil Soup?

• In The Fridge:Refrigerate leftover lentil soup for 3 to 4 days after transferring it to a sealed container.
• In The Freezer:Leftover lentil soup can be frozen for up to 3 months if kept in a freezer-safe bag. Let it thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Lentil Soup?

• Stove:Pour lentil soup into a small pot and heat for 4 minutes over medium heat, stirring frequently or until heated.
• Microwave:Set lentil soup in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in a 70% microwave for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until hot.

FAQs

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Alton Brown Lentil Soup Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

• Calories 139
• Total Fat 2.8g
• Saturated Fat 1.1g
• Cholesterol 7.4mg
• Sodium 1319mg
• Potassium 357.1mg
• Total Carbohydrates 20g
• Protein 9.3g