Eastern Mediterranean Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Eastern Mediterranean Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 6 celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 3 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice; 2 onions, chopped; 1 lb dried red lentils; ¼ cup long-grain white rice; ½ cups water; 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning; 1 tablespoon Lawry's Seasoned Salt; 2 teaspoons salt (more to taste); 1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper (plus more to taste); ½ teaspoon ground cumin (optional); ¼ cup fresh lemon juice; fresh parsley, for garnish (optional); 2 tablespoons butter (optional); 1 teaspoon dried mint (optional)

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons olive oil
6 celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch dice
3 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 onions, chopped
1 lb dried red lentils
¼ cup long-grain white rice
½ cups water
1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
1 tablespoon Lawry's Seasoned Salt
2 teaspoons salt (more to taste)
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper (plus more to taste)
½ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
2 tablespoons butter (optional)
1 teaspoon dried mint (optional)

1
In a large stock pot, heat oil over medium high heat; add celery, carrots, and onions.
2
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions begin to caramelize, about 10 minutes.
3
Stir in lentils, rice, and water; cover and bring to a boil.
4
Reduce heat to a simmer (medium low), cook covered, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender, about 25 minutes.
5
Season with lemon pepper, seasoned salt, salt, pepper, and cumin; continue cooking, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until lentils break down, about 20 minutes.
6
Stir in lemon juice; adjust seasonings.
7
Melt butter in a small saucepan until it begins to foam; stir in dried mint (optional garnish).
8
Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley or swirl in minted butter.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 6 celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch dice, 3 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice, 2 onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Eastern Mediterranean 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.

Eastern Mediterranean Lentil Soup

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