Green lentil soup with smoked tofu - vegan

Lentil soup is comfort food. It is hearty, filling, and warming. Try this vegan green lentil soup with smoked tofu. This soup is smoky, spicy, and perfectly flavored.

Green lentils created a nutty flavor and a combination of fresh veggies, smoked paprika, and chili flakes a healthy and warming soup was created.

This is a simple one-pot recipe you can many any time of the day. It is perfect for a quick lunch or cozy dinner.

Do I need to soak green lentils for soup?

Yes! Absolutely!

Here are some reasons you SHOULD soak the lentils:

1. The lentils will be cooked easily. Instead of 1 hour, you can cook them for about 30-20 minutes!
2. Less bloating. By soaking them before cooking, you can digest them better!
3. Lentils will be softer. This is a fact. You can cook lentils without soaking for 1 hour and sometimes you will find at least a few undercooked lentils. This is why it is so important to soak not only lentils but legumes in general.

These were some tips on why you should soak the lentils before cooking.

If you have digestion problems, you can also cook the lentils separately and then add them to the soup. Just like I did in this recipe!

What kind of lentils are best for soup?

There are many types of lentils you can use for soup.

You can create a soup with green, brown, or even red lentils easily. But keep in mind, the soup will taste different.

Red lentils have a creamy and smooth taste and texture. On the other side, green lentils have a stronger nutty taste and usually don't lose their shape while cooking.

In this recipe, I used green lentils, because they are so good in combination with smoked paprika and tofu.

Let's make this easy green lentil soup with smoked tofu!

To make this easy lentil soup, you will need:

• oil
• garlic
• veggie broth powder *optional
• salt
• black pepper
• paprika
• smoked paprika
• chili flakes
• carrot
• parsnip
• potatoes
• cooked lentils
• bay leaves
• water

If you don't have cooked lentils at home, soak them for at least 4 hours before cooking in water. Them cook them without any spices for about 20-30 minutes until soft.

Now, it's time to make a soup.

Start by adding oil into a large pot along with spices. Quickly roast them for a few seconds and add chopped veggies. Cook for about 1 minute and add lentils, water and bay leaves.

Bring the soup to a boil and simmer covered for about 20 minutes or until veggies are completely cooked.

Meanwhile, fry smoked tofu onto a small saucepan until crispy from each side.

When the soup is done, add water or spices if needed.

Serve with crispy smoked tofu. Enjoy!

This one-pot green lentil soup with smoked tofu is super delicious and warming. The flavors are perfectly combined. If you love spicy and smoky soups, this is a perfect recipe for you. Enjoy this easy lentil soup with smoked tofu and a piece of fresh bread.

POSSIBLE INGREDIENT SUBSTITUTIONS

This recipe is easily customizable. Here are some ideas:

• You can replace minced garlic with garlic powder.
• Parsnip can be substituted with celery.

THIS RECIPE IS:

• Vegan
• Gluten-free
• Easy to make
• 100% delicious

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