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Red Lentil Soup

A comforting and flavorful soup made with red lentils and aromatic spices, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Red Lentils These tiny gems cook quickly and break down into a creamy texture.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped for sweetness; sauté until golden brown.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves add depth.
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced for sweetness and color.
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped for crunch.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin A key spice that imparts warmth.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Use low-sodium broth.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for maximum zing.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing vegetables.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential seasonings.

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients on the countertop.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions, stirring until translucent and aromatic—about 5 minutes.
  3. Toss in minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery. Cook until they soften slightly—about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in red lentils along with cumin. Let them mingle in the pot for about 1 minute.
  5. Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 20-25 minutes or until lentils are tender.
  6. Once cooked, remove from heat and stir in fresh lemon juice. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Red Lentil Soup is not just delicious; it's a comforting hug in a bowl. This nutritious dish is simple to make and packed with flavor.

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