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Vegan Red Lentil Spinach Soup

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This is the perfect Vegan Red Lentil Spinach Soup for when you are feeling lazy or pressed for time, but still want something healthy, hearty and filling! This soup is SO easy and fast to make and very delicious, using plant-based ingredients. It is vegan, gluten-free, oil-free, dairy-free and high in protein! 

white bowl of soup with fresh spinach and spoon

*This post was originally published on 7-11-2012 and has been updated with better instructions and new photos.

VEGAN RED LENTIL SPINACH SOUP

I’m a big lover of soup…summertime, winter, it doesn’t matter. I don’t believe it has to be chilly outside to want to curl up to a good bowl of soup. Most recipes call for traditional green lentils, which are fine, but this particular soup is screaming for the red ones.  I love the flavor and texture of them because they are creamier than the green lentils. I do love green lentils though and use them in my Sweet Potato Lentil Soup and this Creamy Vegan Lentil Soup.

This vegan red lentil soup packs 13 grams protein per serving and only 1 g fat!! It is filling and wholesome.

So, yes, try to find the red lentils which are usually in self serving bins, or the healthy food/organic sections of your grocery store. The beautiful color cooks away mostly, so I add a healthy amount of smoked paprika to keep the soup vibrant and give a wonderful smoky flavor.

closeup of spoon in the lentil spinach soup

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white bowl of soup with fresh spinach and spoon

Vegan Red Lentil Spinach Soup

Brandi Doming
This is the perfect Vegan Red Lentil Spinach Soup for when you are feeling lazy or pressed for time, but still want something healthy, hearty and filling! This soup is SO easy and fast to make and very delicious, using plant-based ingrediennts. It is vegan, gluten-free, oil-free, dairy-free and high in protein! 
4.97 from 27 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Dinner, Soup
Cuisine American, Vegan
Yields 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (160g) finely diced red onion
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 6 cups organic low-sodium vegetable broth (I use the Pacific brand because it's so good in flavor)
  • 2 cups (360g) red lentils, rinsed well under cold water
  • 4 large handfuls (150g) fresh spinach
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • I use this scale.

Instructions
 

  • Add a few tablespoons of water to a large pot over medium heat. Once it's hot, add the onion and cook for 5-8 minutes, stirring often, until tender.
  • Add the garlic powder, smoked paprika and chili powder and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add the broth and rinsed lentils and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to simmer, cover with a lid slightly tilted to let some steam escape. Simmer for about 10 minutes or until the lentils are just tender, but still have their shape and a bite to them. You do not want them mushy.
  • Add the spinach and stir until wilted. Add the lemon juice (starting with 2 tablespoons).
  • Taste and add any more lemon or salt, if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 173.5kcalCarbohydrates: 28.5gProtein: 13.5gFat: 1g
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Comments

  1. Janet

    March 29, 2020 at 2:43 am

    5 stars
    Great soup! I actually made it for my husband because I don’t like split peas soup, but this was wonderful! How long would it take in the Instant Pot? I always saute in the Ipot but don’t know what to do after that. Thank you

    Reply
  2. Faye

    June 15, 2020 at 6:32 am

    5 stars
    This is so easy and delicious! I also love that this simple recipe can also be a very yummy base for one to add other ingredients to make it more hearty.

    Reply
    • brandi.doming@yahoo.com

      June 15, 2020 at 8:47 pm

      So glad to hear that Faye!

      Reply
  3. Jill Cameron

    June 30, 2020 at 8:00 pm

    4 stars
    My husband and I loved this recipe! It was super easy to follow and very yummy! I forgot to allow some steam out, so it was a bit watery (my fault). I also did not add spinach because I hate wilted spinach. I will be making it again.

    Reply
  4. Maria

    August 13, 2020 at 12:32 pm

    5 stars
    We had this last night, it was absolutely delicious! Thank you so much for the recipe. We also added a bit of ground cumin after it was finished. It gave it the perfect touch!

    Reply
  5. Juli

    September 13, 2020 at 3:33 am

    5 stars
    We followed it to a tee and wow this is amazing and easy. Will go into our regular rotation!!

    Reply
  6. Denise Naughton

    October 15, 2020 at 3:42 pm

    5 stars
    I tried this last night and it was amazing! It came together so quickly and the taste was rich and oh-so-yummy! You make it so easy to eat incredibly healthy. Your recipes NEVER disappoint me, Brandi. I am thrilled I came across your site and thank you for all you do.

    Reply
  7. brandi.doming@yahoo.com

    October 27, 2020 at 5:59 am

    Thank you so so much Denise!! So kind!!

    Reply
  8. Stephanie

    October 29, 2020 at 5:30 am

    5 stars
    Wow! This was so so good and super easy. I had some spinach to use up and some lentils in the pantry. All I had to do was chop the onion and the meal came together in minutes. I added some crusty bread because whenever I have anything slightly soup like I have to have bread!! Lol.

    Reply
  9. Cynthia Cox

    January 31, 2021 at 5:15 am

    Great recipe. I added celery which I like in it. I’ll use minced garlic also next time. I also added yellow lentils mixed with the red, so I used an immersion blender before I tossed in the spinach and lemon. Lemon is fantastic on lentils, so I serve lemon wedges on the side with it. Thank you!

    Reply
    • brandi.doming@yahoo.com

      February 1, 2021 at 12:22 am

      Glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  10. Kathleen A Hansen

    May 12, 2021 at 5:16 pm

    5 stars
    I have made this soup many times in the last few months. I love it along with my family and friends It is almost identical to a new Wholefoods soup. I do saute chopped red peppers and add them to the soup. I love this soup and would give it 10 stars if I could!!

    Reply
    • brandi.doming@yahoo.com

      May 12, 2021 at 5:46 pm

      That is amazing, thank you Kathleen!

      Reply
  11. Lizzy

    June 28, 2021 at 11:23 pm

    5 stars
    I was tasting this as I was making it and I kept thing that something was missing…I resisted the urge to go off recipe and improvise…very against my nature to follow the rules! Anyways, I added the spinach and lemon juice and HOLY MOLY, soooo good! I’m so happy I waited and followed the directions. This is delicious! I’m also so happy I doubled the recipe because I’ll have some yummy leftovers. Thank you!!

    Reply
    • brandi.doming@yahoo.com

      June 30, 2021 at 7:04 pm

      I’m so glad to hear how much you loved this soup Lizzy, thank you!!

      Reply
  12. Lizzy

    June 28, 2021 at 11:23 pm

    5 stars
    I was tasting this as I was making it and I kept thinking that something was missing…I resisted the urge to go off recipe and improvise…very against my nature to follow the rules! Anyways, I added the spinach and lemon juice and HOLY MOLY, soooo good! I’m so happy I waited and followed the directions. This is delicious! I’m also so happy I doubled the recipe because I’ll have some yummy leftovers. Thank you!!

    Reply
  13. Csj

    January 27, 2023 at 11:01 pm

    5 stars
    So easy and very delicious! Will definitely make again!

    Reply
  14. Virginia Vilčinskas

    March 7, 2023 at 2:14 am

    Wonderful soup. Thank you!

    Reply
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