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Tomato and Lentil Soup

March 8, 2014 by manjirichitnis 61 Comments

Sometimes the guilt of eating too many wrong things just gets to me and I need to balance the scales internally. This calls for a comforting and filling soupy treat with a pinch of something yum thrown in. Also, all those gorgeous cherry tomatoes and vine tomatoes sitting in my fridge were begging to used -asap or risk being dumped into my green food recycle bag. Thrifty that I am, I will not allow that to happen in my kitchen! And I always turn to my stored lentils for something comforting and homely.

This recipe is perfect for making ahead in a larger batch and freeze some for later.

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Manjiri Chitnis

Tomato and Lentil Soup

5 from 7 votes
Wholesome and delicious, this vegetarian and vegan friendly recipe is as easy on the tummy as it is on the pocket
Print Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Servings: 2 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion Indian
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup Red Lentils/Masoor split without skin
  • 1/4 cup Yellow Lentil/Moong – split without skin
  • 4 – 5 medium-sized Tomatoes
  • 1 pinch Asafoetida
  • 2 Red Onions
  • 5 – 6 Garlic cloves
  • 2 tsp Coriander Powder
  • 2 tsp Cumin Powder
  • ½ Thum-sized Fresh Ginger – peeled
  • 2-3 Cloves
  • 1 tsp Pepper powder
  • Red chilli flakes – optional
  • 3 large tbsp Oil for frying
  • 1 tbsp oil for the tadka
  • Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Pressure Cooker / Heavy-bottomed pan
  • Knife and chopping board
  • Kadhai or any pan
  • Potato masher or a large ladle
  • Blender / Mixer

Method
 

  1. Wash the lentil through a sieve and pressure cook – 3 whistles
  2. Let the steam escape and then loosen cooker lid
  3. Remove cooked lentils and allow to cool completely
  4. If you are not a pressure cooker lover then cook the lentils in a big saucepan with exactly two times the water than the quantity of the lentils
  5. Lentils cook quickly in a pan, cover and cook and keep an eye as water may boil over
  6. Finely chop red onions chopped into long slivers
  7. Chop the tomatoes into 4 pieces – just for ease of blending
  8. In a kadhai or wok heat the 3 tbsp oil and deep fry the garlic chopped into fine strips
  9. Add the red onions and sauté are absolutely crisp, the aroma is delicious
  10. Puree the washed tomatoes with the deep-fried red onion and garlic (leave some for garnishing)
  11. Use a potato masher ( or the back of a large ladle) and roughly squash the cooked and cooled lentils and mix them with the tomatoes puree
  12. In the same kadhai/wok or pan used to fry the onions and garlic – heat about 1 to 1.5 tsp oil
  13. Add asafoetida, whole cumin, coriander powder, cumin powder, red chilli powder, cloves
  14. Sauté the spices in the oil for under a minute
  15. Add the cooked lentils and tomato puree
  16. Add water if the mixture is too thick
  17. Cover and cook on a low flame for 5 -8 minutes
  18. Season with salt as per taste
  19. Garnished with the remaining crispy fried onion and garlic bits
  20. Sprinkle some freshly cracked pepper
  21. Serve hot
  22. Best accompanied by hot buttered toast

Wholemeal bread, a crusty baguette, or a soft cheesy loaf – all make for great accompaniments with this soup. Indulge yourself by adding a blob of butter on top of the soup before serving.

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Tomato and Lentil soupy broth

Filed Under: Food, Healthy, Recipe Index, Soups Tagged With: A pinch of, asafoetida, cloves, coriander powder, cumin powder, deep fried garlic, deep fried onion, freshly crushed ginger, Masoor split and without skin, moong, original recipe from sliceoffme, pepper powder, recipe development, red chilli powder, Red Lentils, split and without skin, Tomato & Lentil Soupy broth

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Comments

  1. Nayna Kanabar says

    March 8, 2014 at 2:59 pm

    This protein packed dhal/ soup looks so delicious and perfect to wipe out the winter blues. By the way *note big hint* I love the copper plate, actually I don’t love it I adore it.

    Reply
    • Nayna Kanabar says

      March 8, 2014 at 3:02 pm

      I forgot since I was busy drooling over that plate …..please do send it to In your VEG BOX ~Tomatoes at citrusspice.

      Reply
      • Manjiri Chitnis says

        March 9, 2014 at 7:41 pm

        Definitely, Nayna will do, hahaha yes the plate is quite something!

        Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 9, 2014 at 7:41 pm

      Thanks, Nayna yes it quite something isn’t it?

      Reply
  2. Sylvia says

    March 8, 2014 at 4:20 pm

    Love it Manju! Super hearty soup for this weather – not winter anymore but not quite spring yet 😉

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 9, 2014 at 7:42 pm

      Thanks, Syl, yes we are somewhere in between, aren’t we?!

      Reply
  3. London-Unattached.com says

    March 8, 2014 at 7:59 pm

    I love spicy tomato and lentil soup, so I guess that this one with indian spices should be right up my street:) hope your hand is getting better!

    Reply
    • manjirichitnis says

      March 9, 2014 at 7:05 pm

      Hi Fiona, oh that’s good to know, I am such a lentil person and I cannot resist juicy fresh tomatoes! Thanks the hand is healing well but my wrist is a bit wobbly but am getting there 🙂

      Reply
  4. Heidi Roberts says

    March 8, 2014 at 8:14 pm

    This looks like it has a great texture to it!

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 9, 2014 at 7:11 pm

      It is very smooth, wholesome, and yum!

      Reply
  5. Janice @FarmersgirlCook says

    March 9, 2014 at 3:34 pm

    That would certainly warm you up and give you a virtuous glow at the same time 😉

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 9, 2014 at 7:11 pm

      Oh yes, Janice!

      Reply
  6. jen says

    March 9, 2014 at 8:48 pm

    5 stars
    This looks so yummy and as a new mummy will come in handy to help loose the baby weight x

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 10, 2014 at 12:04 pm

      Oh, many congratulations Jen! yes this one is a slimming idea but hearty and wholesome – yay!

      Reply
  7. Lucie says

    March 9, 2014 at 8:49 pm

    Oh now that looks amazing!! Will have to try this! Thank you for sharing! I love a hearty soup with a crusty bread roll! 🙂

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 10, 2014 at 12:03 pm

      You are very welcome Lucie:) thanks for stopping by! me too – crusty bread sigh!

      Reply
  8. Jessica Dearnley says

    March 9, 2014 at 8:51 pm

    I love making my own soup – this looks delicious!

    xx

    http://www.forevermissvanity.com

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 10, 2014 at 12:03 pm

      Yes please, tinned n canned soups just don’t do it for me!

      Reply
  9. Amanda Thomas says

    March 9, 2014 at 8:58 pm

    5 stars
    That soup sounds really tasty! I’m always looking for more lentil recipes.

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 10, 2014 at 12:02 pm

      Thanks, Amanda and am glad you found another lentil recipe!

      Reply
  10. Jac -Tinned Tomatoes (@tinnedtoms) says

    March 9, 2014 at 9:55 pm

    Nice soup and I’m loving that green bowl!

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 10, 2014 at 12:02 pm

      Thanks, Jaq! Oh, that bowl is a beauty, isn’t it?!

      Reply
  11. Bex Smith says

    March 9, 2014 at 10:01 pm

    Ooh that looks perfect – something that I wouldn’t share with anyone – tomatoes, lentils as a soupy broth..yummy! Perfect for winter nights 🙂

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 10, 2014 at 12:01 pm

      Oh yes, total comfort food this broth is! hehe yeah, I too feel protective towards my bowl of soup – no one else can dunk their bread in there!

      Reply
  12. Alana Mautone (@RamblinGarden) says

    March 9, 2014 at 10:29 pm

    Can’t wait for summer, with its promise of juicy fresh tomatoes. I shared this recipe on Facebook. I like the concept of the deep fried garlic and onions. This has made me hungry!

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 10, 2014 at 12:01 pm

      Thanks, Alana that’s very kind of you to share on FB! I love garlic and onions and I start cooking with these 2 in my head! Summer Glorious Summer can’t wait! Bring on the BBQ’s, fresh summer fruits, no jackets, beach trips, and oh yeah the SUN! 🙂

      Reply
  13. Bintu @ Recipes From A Pantry says

    March 10, 2014 at 10:49 am

    Warming yummy soup. Wish i had a bowl of this as I sit in front of my fire.

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 10, 2014 at 12:06 pm

      come over for a stay Bintu will pamper you silly! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Sarah, Maison Cupcake says

    March 10, 2014 at 11:39 am

    Mmm lovely for weekend lunch. I love lentils in anything but my husband and child don’t like them so I don’t get to eat as often as I’d like.

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 10, 2014 at 11:57 am

      oh yes, such a comforting weekend eat this is Sarah. At ours, Lentils are an everyday affair, and the absence of them might create a fuss 😉

      Reply
  15. Karen Burns Booth says

    March 10, 2014 at 12:36 pm

    OH yes, tomatoes AND lentils! My favourite soup recipe! Karen

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 10, 2014 at 1:03 pm

      gee thanks, Karen!

      Reply
  16. Tina - thespicypear says

    March 10, 2014 at 2:06 pm

    Nothing beats a bowl of delicious lentil soup. Its so tasty and you don’t feel guilty because of the nutrients.

    Reply
    • Manjiri says

      March 10, 2014 at 6:11 pm

      You said it Tina! A bowlful of lentil goodness!

      Reply
  17. Chris says

    March 10, 2014 at 5:38 pm

    Lovely, many good things and flavours going on here in that soup. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 10, 2014 at 6:12 pm

      Thanks, Chris!

      Reply
  18. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says

    March 10, 2014 at 6:59 pm

    Lentil soup is one of my favourite things to make in the colder months. It is healthy, filling and comforting.

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 11, 2014 at 1:17 pm

      True That Dannii, it is so good for the body-mind, and soul!

      Reply
  19. Vanesther says

    March 10, 2014 at 8:01 pm

    Such a wonderfully spicy and flavoursome soup – thank you so much for sharing in this month’s Spice Trail. And a great image of Goddess Kali too!

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 11, 2014 at 1:18 pm

      Thanks, Vanesther! Am looking for more entries to add to The Spice Trail, feel like a klutz for not having added any entries for earlier challenges! Thanks, it is a powerful image, isn’t it? am so glad I found that free poster!

      Reply
  20. HedgeComber says

    March 10, 2014 at 8:20 pm

    Looks scrummy as always 🙂
    Janie x

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 11, 2014 at 1:18 pm

      Thank you, Janie!

      Reply
  21. Choclette says

    March 10, 2014 at 8:52 pm

    I do like a good bowl of soup and as you say you can feel quite virtuous having eaten it. Tomato and lentil is a favourite and yours sounds delicious.

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 11, 2014 at 1:14 pm

      Thanks, Choclette! Oh yes, I love that virtuous feeling!

      Reply
  22. Morgan @ Peaches, Please! says

    March 11, 2014 at 2:47 pm

    Sounds like a really delicious and healthy soup! Also sounds like it would be great for dunking in some warm, crusty bread…mmm.

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 11, 2014 at 2:50 pm

      aah yes, it’s lovely with crusty bread! Thanks, Morgan 🙂

      Reply
  23. Eat Your Veg says

    March 13, 2014 at 9:05 pm

    Oh delish, love soups like this! Really should add lentils more often to soups and your flavourings with them sound heavenly. Yummy.

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 14, 2014 at 11:14 am

      Thanks, Lou, yes try the lentil in the soup uber-healthy, bang for your buck, and a great way to add bulk to a bowl of soup and make it more wholesome!

      Reply
  24. Fuss Free Helen says

    March 17, 2014 at 8:04 pm

    I love soupy lentil broth or runny dals. Frugal, warming and utterly delicious!

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 18, 2014 at 3:01 pm

      Thanks, Helen I concur!

      Reply
  25. Lisa says

    March 20, 2014 at 6:31 pm

    Comforting. I do adore tomato soups and love the addition of lentils. Thanks for sharing with NCR.

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      March 24, 2014 at 10:35 am

      Thanks, Lisa, its a fun food challenge, glad to be part of it!

      Reply
  26. ediblethings says

    April 13, 2014 at 9:08 am

    This is a great looking soup. I’m also a huge fan of dal. I will be back to try this great variation on it, thank you

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      April 14, 2014 at 10:54 am

      Thank you, hope you enjoy it when you make it!

      Reply
  27. Margy Rydzynski says

    May 7, 2014 at 6:49 pm

    Wow – that looks absolutely fabulous! I’m participating in Tigger’s Vegetarian challenge and have a four-bean chili planned for tonight. I’m from the US, but love the flavors of India. I may give this a try at some point. If you have any other recipes, please feel free to leave them on my blog. I’d love to try whatever you suggest and then share it with others. http://blogcollectables.wordpress.com/meatless-in-may-give-me-a-recipe/

    Reply
    • Manjiri Chitnis says

      May 8, 2014 at 1:44 pm

      Thanks, Margy! I will definitely suggest some more exciting recipes which you can try and would love to know if your feedback!

      Reply
      • Margy Rydzynski says

        May 8, 2014 at 5:10 pm

        Thanks! I’ll be waiting.

        Reply
  28. Manjiri Chitnis says

    April 14, 2014 at 10:54 am

    Thanks for the kind words Vanesther xx

    Reply

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