Turkish Red Lentil Soup
Silky red lentil soup with warm spices and a squeeze of lemon. Ready in 25 minutes, naturally vegetarian, and deeply satisfying.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 248
- Protein
- 14g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat until it shimmers, about 60 seconds.
Step 2
Add diced onion and cook, stirring, until softened and translucent, 4–5 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in cumin and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Step 4
Pour in broth and add lentils. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer.
Step 5
Simmer uncovered for 12–15 minutes until lentils break down into a creamy puree.
Step 6
Squeeze in lemon juice. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
Step 7
Serve hot in bowls, drizzle with olive oil if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups and spoons
- cutting board and knife
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