Black Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Black Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 red onions, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 carrots, sliced; 1 red pepper, chopped; 1 unwaxed lemon, zested; 50 g mushrooms, quartered; 1 bay leaf; 200 g black lentils; 4 slices bacon; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1/2 tablespoon flour; 1 liter chicken stock; 2 -3 tablespoons chopped parsley

Servings: persons

2 red onions, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, sliced
1 red pepper, chopped
1 unwaxed lemon, zested
50 g mushrooms, quartered
1 bay leaf
200 g black lentils
4 slices bacon
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 tablespoon flour
1 liter chicken stock
2 -3 tablespoons chopped parsley

1
Tip the lentils into a sieve and rinse thoroughly with cold water.
2
In a large pot, briskly fry the bacon in the oil until the fat runs and it starts to get crispy.
3
Stir in the onion and garlic, lower the heat slightly and cook until the onion starts to soften.
4
Stir in the carrots and lemon zest and cook, stirring often, for another five minutes.
5
Add the mushrooms and bay leaf.
6
Cook for another couple minutes, then add the red pepper and lentils.
7
Stir in the vinegar.
8
Sift the flour over the top and stir until it disappears.
9
Add the stock and bring to a boil, stirring to make sure the flour is completely mixed in.
10
Once boiling, reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 25 minutes or until the lentils and vegetables are tender.
11
You may need to add a bit more liquid along the way.
12
Stir in the parsley and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 red onions, finely chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 carrots, sliced, 1 red pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Black Lentil Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Black Lentil Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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