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Hearty Red Lentil Soup finished dish

Hearty Red Lentil Soup

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Course: Main Course
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cup (~220 g) red lentils only red!
  • 1 medium-sized onion, chopped
  • 1 leek, sliced
  • 1 medium-sized carrot, chopped
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp butter
  • 1 medium-sized potato, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • A pinch of cumin
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 liter boiling water or broth
  • A small bunch of cilantro or parsley, chopped
  • Lemon juice to taste about 1 tbsp

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Chop the potato, carrot, and onion into small pieces.
  2. Slice the leek.
  3. Rinse the Lentils: Rinse the red lentils thoroughly under cold water.
  4. Sauté the Vegetables: Heat 1-2 tbsp of olive oil and 1 tsp of butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  5. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add the chopped carrot and sliced leek. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add a pinch of cumin and stir well.
  8. Add the chopped potato and mix thoroughly.
  9. Cook the Lentils: Add the rinsed red lentils to the pot and stir well.
  10. Pour in 1 liter (approximately 4.2 cups) of boiling water or broth.
  11. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
  12. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes until the lentils and vegetables are tender.
  13. Add Tomato Paste and Seasonings: Stir in 1 tbsp of tomato paste and mix well.
  14. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  15. Add chopped cilantro or parsley.
  16. Blend the Soup: Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. If you prefer a chunkier texture, you can blend only a part of the soup.
  17. Finish with Lemon Juice: Stir in lemon juice to taste (about 1 tbsp).
  18. Add a little more olive oil if desired.
  19. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with additional chopped herbs if desired.
  20. Enjoy your meal!

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