"This delicious and easy-to-make lentil soup is full of flavors and can be a healthy dinner vegan entree or just a tasty starter for a wholesome winter meal!"
Mediterranean Red Lentil Soup
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Prep time: 20mins
Cook time: 10mins
Serves or Makes: 6
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ingredients
- 1 cup Red Lentil
- 1 tabelspoons Canola Oil
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 1 carrot
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 medium Potato
- 1 Tomato, diced
- 5 cup Water
- 2 teapsoons Salt
- 1/2 teasopon Black pepper
- 2 1/2 teasopon Ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
- optional Chili flakes
- Lemon slices
Method
Step 1
In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the onions and garlic, then cook until soft and fragrant.
Step 3
Add the carrots, potatoes, and tomatoes and sauté the veggies for 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Add the drained red lentils and spices and stir for 2 minutes.
Step 5
Pour the water, increase the heat to high and bring to boil.
Step 6
Reduce the heat, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes, carrots, and lentils are tender and easy to blend.
Step 7
Remove from heat, then using a food processor or an immersion blender, puree the soup until creamy and smooth.
Step 8
Add back to the pot and bring it to boil. (If the soup thickens after blending, add 1/2 a cup of water)
Step 9
Serve with lemon slices and chili flakes (optional).