Name: Lentil Soup Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 cup brown or green lentils; 1 onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped; 1 teaspoon cumin powder; 1 teaspoon coriander powder; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth; 1 bay leaf; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons olive oil

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How To Make Lentil Soup Recipe

A hearty and filling soup made with lentils, vegetables, and spices.

Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 35 minutes

Total: 45 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 cup brown or green lentils
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

Rinse lentils, remove debris and set aside.
Heat oil in a large pot, add onion and garlic. Sauté for 2 minutes.
Add chopped celery, carrots, and cook for 5 minutes.
Add cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and cook for 1 minute.
Add broth, lentils, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine, and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot.