Lentil and carrot soup

Ingredients

For 6 portions. Tick items as you go — nothing is changed for anyone else.

Amounts are converted from the metric original and rounded to measures you can use at home. Cups are US cups (240 ml) and oven temperatures include Fahrenheit.

• 250 g red split lentils
• 4 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1.5 l vegetable broth
• 1 tbsp rapeseed oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 handful fresh parsley, chopped, to serve

This recipe contains foods that can contribute to a varied and balanced diet during pregnancy.

Method

1. 1Step 1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan and gently fry the onion for 5 minutes until soft.
2. 2Step 2. Add the garlic and cumin and cook for 1 minute, stirring.
3. 3Step 3. Add the carrots, lentils and broth, then bring to the boil.
4. 4Step 4. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until the lentils and carrots are tender.
5. 5Step 5. Blend until smooth, or leave chunky if you prefer.
6. 6Step 6. Stir through the lemon juice and season to taste.
7. 7Step 7. Cool portions not eaten straight away, then divide into containers to chill or freeze.
8. 8Step 8. Reheat until steaming hot and scatter with fresh parsley before serving.

Allergens for your selection

• Contains: Celery

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