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Red Lentil Soup
A smooth, warming soup made from red lentils, vegetables, and spices.
Time30 min
Servings4
Calories—
LevelEasy
Ingredients
- Red lentils250 g
- Onion1 pcs
- Carrot2 pcs
- Garlic3 cloves
- Broth or water1200 ml
- Ground cumin1 tsp
- Turmeric0.5 tsp
- Lemon1 pcs
- Olive oil2 tbsp
Instructions
1
Dice the onion and carrot, then saute them in oil for 5 minutes.
2
Add the minced garlic, cumin, and turmeric, then cook for 1 minute.
3
Add the rinsed red lentils and pour in broth or water at about a 1:3 ratio.
4
Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and cook for 20 minutes until the lentils break down.
5
Blend the soup with an immersion blender to your preferred consistency.
6
Finish with lemon juice and salt, then serve with crusty bread and cilantro.