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Lentil Soup (Recipe)

Make a delicious homemade vegetarian Mediterranean lentil soup with green lentils and flavoured with cumin and coriander.


By Alyssa V. April 1, 2022


Lentil Soup (Recipe)


Ingredients

  • 1 large Onion, chopped
  • 2 Celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 medium Carrots, diced
  • 2-3 Garlic crushed, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 can (14oz/400g) Diced tomatoes/chopped tomatoes
  • 8 cups (2L) Vegetable stock
  • 2 cups (380g) Dried lentils, rinsed
  • 2-3 tablespoons Parsley/coriander, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, fresh

Instructions

  • 1.  In a large pot heat olive oil, add chopped onion and sauté for 6-7 minutes, until slightly golden. Add chopped celery and diced carrots, cook for 4-5 minutes, until tender. Add crushed garlic, cumin, dried oregano, paprika and cook, stirring for 1 minutes.
  • 2. Add minced/chopped tomatoes and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • 3. Add rinsed lentils, vegetable stock, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat, then, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 30-45 minutes. Check the seasoning and add salt/pepper if needed.
  • 4. Add chopped coriander/parsley, lemon juice, give a quick stir and turn the heat off.

Enjoy!!!


Servings : 6
Ready in : 30 Minutes
Course : Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish



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