Ultra-cozy tomato lentil soup that'll warm you from the inside out! Fire-roasted tomatoes & smoked paprika add a double dose of smokiness to this simple, satisfying meal.
This Smoky Tomato Lentil Soup warms & soothes my soul. It combines a double dose of two delicious smoky flavors - fire-roasted tomatoes and smoked paprika. (You could even add chipotle if you're feeling extra smoky and don't mind the heat.)
I love that it comes together in just a few easy steps and only 8 simple, plant-based ingredients. I enjoy tossing in some nutrient-packed greens for good measure (and beautiful color) towards the end.
Ingredients for Tomato Lentil Soup
For this recipe you will need:
- Onion
- Garlic
- Smoked paprika
- Fire-roasted diced tomatoes (canned)
- Vegetable broth
- Green/brown lentils
- Fresh baby spinach
This is a great recipe to customize to your taste. Try kale instead of spinach, add zucchini, brown rice, cooked quinoa, white beans, etc.
Smoky Tomato Lentil Soup
Ingredients
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika (or up to 2 tsp.)
- 28 oz. can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup green/brown lentils (uncooked)
- 1-2 cups fresh baby spinach (or kale)
- Salt/pepper to taste
Toppings (optional):
- Fresh basil or parsley for serving
Instructions
- Dice onion.
- In a stockpot over medium-high heat, add onion and sauté for about 8 minutes. (I use 3 Tbsp. water/broth for no-oil sauté method.)
- Meanwhile, mince garlic.
- When onion is translucent, add garlic and smoked paprika. Stir and cook 1 minute.
- Add diced tomatoes and vegetable broth.
- Rinse lentils add add to pot.
- Bring to a light boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 30-35 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- Stir in spinach during the last couple minutes of cooking.
- Salt/pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped basil or parsley before serving if desired.
Notes
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Terri S.
This is one of my favorites! Dreary gray (winter in fall!) day and I'm sick, unfortunately. I'm hoping the spices open up my sinuses. I do have a very spicy palate, so I always add chipotle chili's in Adobo sauce, along with the sauce. Super comforting right now, and even though it's sad to have to make your own soup while sick, it helped relieve my congestion by standing on my feet for the short time to make this. Hope to make it many more times this winter (and hopefully healthy). Love all your recipes!
Kaitlin McGinn
Your sweet notes always make me smile. Really appreciate your kind words (and recipe rating - thank you!) Such a bummer to hear you've been under the weather. Hopefully this soup helped begin to turn things around. And I love that you add chipotles in adobo for some extra smokiness! Sending happy, healing vibes your way - take care of yourself and feel better soon! -Kaitlin
Victoria
Thanks for this great recipe! Added a couple of splashes of sherry vinegar and some Beyond Meat plant-based sausage. So perfect and nourishing, even on a summer evening!
Kaitlin McGinn
Love your additions of vinegar and Beyond sausage - smart! Thanks so much for sharing!
Shaneka
I just saw this on Instagram and decided to make it tonight. This taste amazing and I have a whole pot to myself.
Kaitlin McGinn
That's so great! Thank you for sharing!
chiranshi
I have never been a big fan of lentil soup, but i certainly am going to try your recipe, it looks divine !!
Lorie Spiess
I loved this recipe! I added crushed red pepper flakes and for my husband shredded chicken!
Kaitlin McGinn
Thanks for sharing!