Dump & Start Red Lentil Tortilla Soup {+Video Recipe} (2024)

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We all love easy, healthyDump & Start Red Lentil Tortilla Soup, isn’t it! This Tex Mex Red Lentil Soup is ready in minutes in your Instant Pot Pressure Cooker. { Alternate Stove top instructions included }.

Load them up with your favourite toppings like tortilla, avocado, onions and anything you fancy.

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RED LENTIL SOUP RECIPE

Our week day schedules are jam packed and I often prefer to cook something delicious, something healthy and something super easy for my family. This Red Lentil Tortilla Soup is all about flavours, textures and deliciousness – don’t you agree?

I find this Vegetarian Tortilla Soup super easy to make, as all I have to do, is to dump the ingredients in the Instant Pot,press start and the magic pot will do the rest.

This is exactly the convenience of Dump & Start meals. The whole idea is toGather the ingredients, Dump them in your Instant Pot and press start!

WATCH A QUICK VIDEO ON HOW TO MAKE INSTANT POT RED LENTIL TORTILLA SOUP (51 SEC )

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Are you ready to cook this Tex Mex Soup with me?Gather your ingredients as per the list below and let me show you how.

INGREDIENTS you will need for RED LENTIL SOUP

Red Onion

Garlic

Yellow Bell Pepper but you can always add red and green too.

Washed & drained Red Lentils

Salsa

Frozen Sweet Corn

Tomatoes

Black Beans

Water / Vegetable Broth

Cumin Powder, Smoked Paprika, Cayenne Pepper

HOW TO MAKE INSTANT POT RED LENTIL SOUP IN 3 EASY STEPS

I cannot stress more – This tortilla soup is just so easy.

Step 1. Add all the ingredients to into the Instant Pot insert. Cover and set the vent to Sealing.

Step 2. Set to high pressure for 9 minutes. IP kicks off automatically to the Keep Warm function. Allow the pressure to release naturally.

Step 3. Open the Instant Pot and add a dash of lime juice, garnish with toppings of your choice.

HOW TO MAKE RED LENTIL TORTILLA SOUP ON THE STOVETOP?

Dump the ingredients into a deep pot { other than cooked black beans } and bring it to boil.
Allow the lentil soup to simmer for another 20 minutes or so, or until the lentils are soft. Add the black beans and allow the soup mixture to cook for another 5 minutes.
Transfer this hearty vegan soup to individual bowls. Top the lentil tortilla soup withthe baked tortilla strips, sliced avocado, lime wedge, finely diced onions, sliced jalapeños and cilantro.

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Red lentil tortilla soup Recipe

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RED LENTIL TORTILLA SOUP

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Natural Pressure Release Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 3 People

Calories: 264kcal

Author: Sandhya Hariharan

This Tex Mex 5 Star Red Lentil Tortilla Soup is loaded with plenty of deliciousness. Add toppings of your favourite choice and enjoy this loaded lentil soup for dinner.Make them in Instant Pot or Stove Top – instructions included for both.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup red lentils quick cooking lentils – masoor dal (washed and drained)
  • ¾ cup chopped red onion
  • ¾ cup yellow bell pepper
  • 1 can Black beans
  • ½ cup Frozen Sweet Corn
  • 1 Tbsp garlic,minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp chilli powder
  • 3/4 tsp smoked paprika or cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 Cup Tomato Salsa
  • 1 Cup Crushed Tomatoes or canned chopped tomatoes
  • 1 ½ Cup Vegetable Broth
  • ½ to 1 cup water Optional
  • Salt & Pepper to taste

Toppings

  • Baked Tortilla Strips
  • Avocado
  • Lime Slice
  • Jalapenos
  • Coriander leaves
  • Finely diced onions.

Instructions

INSTANT POT RED LENTIL SOUP

  • Dump the first 14 ingredients in the Instant pot.

  • Set to high pressure for 9 minutes. Allow the IP to naturally release the pressure.

  • Open the lid, ladle instant pot red lentil tortilla soup into individual bowls. Top the lentil tortilla soup with the baked tortilla strips, sliced avocado, lime wedge, finely diced onions, sliced jalapenos and coriander leaves.

STOVE TOP RED LENTIL SOUP

  • Dump the first 14 ingredients into a deep pot { other than cooked black beans } and bring it to boil.

  • Allow the lentil soup to simmer for another 20 minutes or so, or until the lentils are soft. Add the black beans and allow the soup mixture to cook for another 5 minutes.

  • Ladle the soup into individual bowls. Top the lentil tortilla soup with the baked tortilla strips, sliced avocado, lime wedge, finely diced onions, sliced jalapenos and cilantro.

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Nutrition

Calories: 264kcal | Carbohydrates: 46.2g | Protein: 17.4g | Fat: 2.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 749mg | Potassium: 799mg | Fiber: 17.4g | Sugar: 10.6g | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 6mg

Course: Soup

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Keyword: lentil soup, mexican soup, red lentil, tortilla soup

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Dump & Start Red Lentil Tortilla Soup {+Video Recipe} (2024)

FAQs

Do you need to soak red lentils before making soup? ›

How to prepare lentils. Lentils do not require it but can be soaked in order to reduce cooking time by about half. Before cooking, rinse lentils in cold water, pick over to remove debris or shrivelled lentils, then drain.

Why is my lentil soup so thick? ›

Go easy—if you purée the soup too much, it will get too thick and you'll lose the integrity of the lentils. If you don't have an immersion blender, transfer a few cups of the soup to a standard blender and purée, then return the blended soup to the pot.

Do lentils soak up broth? ›

Lentils aren't rice—they don't need to absorb every last drop of cooking liquid. They're more like pasta: best cooked in an abundance of water or stock. Bring your liquid up to a boil, add your lentils, then turn down your heat to a simmer for at least 25-30 minutes.

What is the history of red lentil soup? ›

Lentil soup goes back to Genesis, with it possibly being the dish Jacob served Esau for his birthright and would have been eaten all over the Alexandrian empire, Middle East, and beyond.

What happens if you don't soak red lentils? ›

Do red lentils need to be soaked before cooking? No, there is no need to soak red lentils before cooking but it is a good idea to give them a quick rinse.

Is it OK not to rinse red lentils? ›

It's highly recommended that you rinse and sort lentils before cooking them. Because of their small size, plus how they are grown and harvested, they are particularly prone to having bits of grit and chaff clinging to them.

Can you overcook lentil soup? ›

Frequently Asked Questions. Can you overcook lentils in soup? Yes, you can overcook lentils; they will become mushy.

Why is my lentil soup tasteless? ›

Since lentils are starchy, earthy in flavor, and can be on the bland side, there are many ways to make them flavorful, including by adding them into soup. When other ingredients are introduced that complement lentils like onions, garlic, spices, and lemon, the taste is out of this world.

Is lentil soup good for losing weight? ›

The higher protein content of lentil soup helps maintain muscle mass, which is crucial for a healthy metabolism. Lentils are also low in fat and calories, making them a good ingredient for a satisfying, weight-loss-friendly soup.

Why is my lentil soup dark brown? ›

the color change you've observed is from oxidation. If you want to prevent this, lay some plastic wrap over the surface of your lentils to prevent air from getting to them, or add some acid, like lime juice, to the recipe.

How to tell when red lentils are done? ›

Around 15 minutes will start to turn them into a puree, 25 minutes you'll have mush. Cook them for around 10-15 minutes if you want to use them in a salad, you want a tender but firm texture and for them to still hold their shape. The easiest way is to check on your lentils as you cook them.

Why are my red lentils still hard after cooking? ›

According to the BBC, lentils need a whole lot of water to cook all of the way through. So use at least three times more water than lentils and avoid the temptation to salt the water. Adding salt can make the lentil's exterior tough and unappetizing (via Lentils.org).

Which country is famous for red lentils? ›

Canada is the largest red lentil exporter. The major importing countries are India, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.

What nationality eats lentil soup? ›

It is a staple food throughout Europe, Latin America and the Middle East.

What is the local name for red lentils? ›

Masoor dal, commonly known as red lentil, is a legume and belongs to the Fabaceae family. They are small bushy plants which have small branches. The seeds (red lentils) grow inside their dark flat pods.

Can you add uncooked lentils to soup? ›

Do you cook lentils before adding to soup? Nope! Dried lentils cook in 35 minutes in the soup, and there's no need to soak them either!

Why won't my lentils soften in soup? ›

You're not using enough water

According to the BBC, lentils need a whole lot of water to cook all of the way through. So use at least three times more water than lentils and avoid the temptation to salt the water.

How do you speed up soaking red lentils? ›

To soak, I generally rinse and then cover with triple the amount of fresh water, leave overnight on the countertop and rinse the next day. Forgot to soak overnight? Try a quick soak: pour over boiling water and leave to sit for 3 hours before rinsing and draining and proceeding with your recipe.

How long to soak red lentils to remove phytic acid? ›

Soak lentils for about 6 hours or overnight in warm water with a couple tablespoons of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar. (The soaking liquid needs to be slightly acidic to neutralize phytic acid and free up minerals for your body.)

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