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Red Lentil Soup: The Best Comforting Bowl You Can Make at Home

Red Lentil Soup
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Enjoy a warm and nourishing bowl of red lentil soup, a perfect comfort food for any day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in the garlic, cumin, and turmeric; cook for another minute.
  4. Add the red lentils and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until lentils are tender.
  6. Use an immersion blender to purée the soup to your desired consistency.
  7. Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • This soup can be thickened by reducing the amount of broth.
  • Top with fresh herbs or a dollop of yogurt for extra flavor.

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Keywords: Red Lentil Soup, comfort food, healthy recipes

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