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A hearty and flavorful lentil soup with a Tex-Mex twist. Packed with vegetables, warm spices like cumin and chili powder, and finished with a bright squeeze of lime, it’s a perfect one-pot comfort meal.
For 4 servings
Sauté the Aromatics
Bloom the Spices
Simmer the Soup
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A hearty and flavorful lentil soup with a Tex-Mex twist. Packed with vegetables, warm spices like cumin and chili powder, and finished with a bright squeeze of lime, it’s a perfect one-pot comfort meal.
This tex_mex recipe takes 60 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 389.51 calories per serving with 17.63g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner or supper.
Finish and Serve
For a non-vegetarian option, add 1 cup of cooked shredded chicken or browned chorizo during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
Stir in 1/2 cup of cooked quinoa or brown rice at the end for an even heartier, more filling soup.
For extra heat, leave the seeds in the jalapeño, add a pinch of cayenne pepper, or stir in a minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce along with the other spices.
Adapted versions of this recipe for specific dietary needs:
Lentils and vegetables provide a significant amount of dietary fiber, which aids digestion, promotes gut health, and helps you feel full and satisfied.
This soup is a fantastic source of protein for vegetarians and vegans, essential for muscle repair, immune function, and overall body maintenance.
Packed with vegetables like carrots, celery, and tomatoes, this soup delivers essential vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and potassium.
The high fiber content, low saturated fat, and abundance of potassium contribute to cardiovascular health by helping to manage blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
A 1.5-cup serving of this lentil soup contains approximately 350-400 calories, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal. The exact count can vary based on specific ingredients and optional toppings used.
Absolutely. This soup is incredibly healthy, packed with plant-based protein, high dietary fiber, and a wide range of vitamins and minerals from the lentils and vegetables. It's a low-fat, nutrient-dense meal.
Yes, you can. Green lentils will hold their shape similarly to brown lentils. Red lentils will break down more and create a thicker, creamier soup; they also cook faster, so you may need to reduce the simmer time to 20-25 minutes.
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The flavors often meld and become even better the next day. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free. To ensure it remains so, use a certified gluten-free vegetable broth and avoid serving it with gluten-containing sides like traditional crusty bread.