Mediterranean Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups lentils (washed and sorted); 6 cups water; 1 large onion; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (to be split in the recipe); 1 bell pepper (color is your choice); 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 1/2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups lentils (washed and sorted)
6 cups water
1 large onion
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (to be split in the recipe)
1 bell pepper (color is your choice)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 1/2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup fresh lime juice

1
Combine the lentils and water in a pot over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer while preparing other ingredients.
2
Saute the onions in half of the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat for about 4 minutes.
3
Add the bell pepper and saute for a minute or two longer.
4
Add the onion mixture to the lentils. Simmer 15 minutes.
5
Season with salt, pepper, and cumin. Simmer for 15-20 minutes longer.
6
Stir in the cilantro; remove dish from heat.
7
Combine the garlic, lime juice and the remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in a food processor or blender and blend well.
8
Add garlic mixture and lime juice to the lentil mixture. Mix well and serve.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups lentils (washed and sorted), 6 cups water, 1 large onion, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (to be split in the recipe), and more.

Yes, 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.

Mediterranean Lentil Soup

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