Red Lentil Soup with Cumin and Turmeric
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A hearty and nutritious red lentil soup perfect for any meal. Simple to make and packed with flavor.
- Author: Oliver
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, and carrot. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in cumin and turmeric.
- Add lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Blend until smooth if desired.
- Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Add more broth for a thinner consistency.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg