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Moroccan Lentil Harira

A quick, comforting soup with lentils, tomatoes, and warm spices, ready in about 20 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
220
Protein
12g
Moroccan Lentil Harira
ComfortingMoroccanVeganVegetarianGluten-FreeDairy-FreeLentilsHearty

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a pot over medium. Add 1 chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp ground cumin; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  3. Step 3

    Add 1 can diced tomatoes (with juices) and 1 cup rinsed lentils. Pour in 4 cups water; bring to a boil.

  4. Step 4

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until lentils are tender, about 15-20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. Step 5

    Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley if you have it.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

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