Red Lentil Turkish Soup: A Cozy, Healthy Delight for Everyone
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A warm and nutritious red lentil soup that brings the flavors of Turkey to your kitchen. Perfect for a hearty meal any time of the year.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Turkish
- Diet: Vegan
- 1 cup red lentils
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onions and garlic, sauté until onions become translucent.
- Stir in chopped carrots, tomato paste, cumin, and paprika, and cook for a few minutes.
- Add red lentils and vegetable broth, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth (optional) and add lemon juice.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, blend the soup after cooking.
- This soup can be topped with croutons or a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg