Description
Warm up with this Vegan Lentil Tortilla Soup, a hearty blend of green lentils, fresh vegetables, and zesty lime. Perfect for chilly evenings, this comforting dish bursts with flavor and is topped with crunchy tortilla chips. Easy to prepare and ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in, it promises to be a favorite that you’ll crave long after the last spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup tortilla chips, crushed
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (3-5 minutes).
- Add diced bell peppers and corn; sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Stir until the colors brighten.
- Pour in lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat and simmer covered for about 30 minutes or until lentils are tender but firm.
- Remove from heat and mix in fresh lime juice. Serve hot topped with crushed tortilla chips for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 330g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg