Red Lentil Soup

Name: Red Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 oz bag of red lentils; 8 c. water or broth; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp paprika (or tumeric); 1 lg red onion, diced; 1-2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 Tbsp Olive Oil; S & P to taste; Juice of one lemon; Chicken demi-glaze (1 tsp/cup water)

Eats Now Editorial Team · 278 kcal · Soups & Stews

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Red Lentil Soup – a delicious recipe with red lentils, water, cumin, paprika, red onion, garlic. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Soups & Stews

Servings: persons

16 oz bag of red lentils
8 c. water or broth
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp paprika (or tumeric)
1 lg red onion, diced
1-2 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp Olive Oil
S & P to taste
Juice of one lemon
Chicken demi-glaze (1 tsp/cup water)

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1) Wash lentils, Add to broth and bring to boil. Cover for 1/2 hour, stirring occasionally.
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2) When lentils are tender, add dry ingredients and demi-glaze to the pot.
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3) Saute oniion & garlic in olive oil until soft. Then add to the soup.
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4) Simmer for 5 minutes. Turn off heat, add lemon juice and stir. Ladle soup into bowls.
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5) Garnish with parsley and paprika. Serve with lemon wedge on the side.

278

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 oz bag of red lentils, 8 c. water or broth, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika (or tumeric), and more.

Yes, Red 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
278 kcal
Category
Soups & Stews

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