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
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a pot over medium. Add 1 chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp ground cumin; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 3
Add 1 can diced tomatoes (with juices) and 1 cup rinsed lentils. Pour in 4 cups water; bring to a boil.
Step 4
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until lentils are tender, about 15-20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
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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