Red Lentil Soup
Turkish red lentil soup (mercimek çorbası) made in one pot with silky, naturally sweet lentils and a hit of lemon. Ready in under 15 minutes and tastes like comfort.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 178
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat for 1 minute.
Step 2
Add diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and just starting to brown, about 4 minutes.
Step 3
Pour in vegetable broth and rinsed lentils, then stir in paprika and red pepper flakes.
Step 4
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered until lentils completely break down, about 8 minutes.
Step 5
Squeeze half the lemon juice into the pot and stir. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Step 6
Serve hot. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with lemon wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (3-quart or larger)
- wooden spoon or whisk
- knife and cutting board
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