A tasty soup that's both warming and nutritious.
Serves
2 Prep
15 minutesCook
25 minutesEach 304g serving contains (excludes serving suggestion)
KCal
253
Carbs
36.8g
Fibre
6.5g
Protein
13.5g
Fat
4.3g
Saturates
1.7g
Sugars
8.1g
Salt
0.37g
Fruit/Veg Portion
2
Ingredients
Ingredients
100g red lentils, rinsed
1 small onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
600ml low-salt vegetable stock
2 tbsp light crème fraîche
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
freshly ground black pepper
bread, to serve
Method
Method
Recipe tips
- For a vegan version, simply omit the crème fraîche or add 4 tbsp soya milk instead.
- Spice it up with 1 tsp curry paste or powder or a pinch of chilli flakes.
- Freezing instructions: Freeze in portions then defrost in the fridge, or defrost in a microwave, taking care to stir regularly.
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Total Cook Time (in minutes)
45 mins
Special Diets
Total Cook Time (in minutes)
70 mins
Special Diets
Total Cook Time (in minutes)
25 mins
Special Diets
Total Cook Time (in minutes)
50 mins
Special Diets
Symbols Guide
We use these symbols throughout our recipes to make it easier to choose recipes to suit you. However, this information should not replace specific advice from your healthcare professional.
Dairy free
Freezer safe
Gluten free
Low fat
Low sugar
Nut free
Vegan
Vegetarian
Nutritional information explained
Carb counting
The carb values of these meals relate to the total amount of carbs from all ingredients. If you are carb counting, you may not need to include them all in calculating your insulin dose. Speak to your healthcare team if you're unsure.
Traffic light symbols / colours
- Red = high
- Amber = medium
- Green = low
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Amber
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Green
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