Red Lentil Soup
Turkish-style red lentil soup with a silky texture, bright lemon finish, and a whisper of cumin. One pot, totally vegetarian, ready in 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 165
- Protein
- 11g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium. Add diced onion, cook 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Step 2
Add red lentils, broth, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
Step 3
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer 12 minutes until lentils dissolve into a thick, creamy soup.
Step 4
Squeeze in lemon juice. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Stir well.
Step 5
Serve hot. Drizzle with olive oil and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (6-quart minimum)
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups
- cutting board
- knife
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