Red Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Red Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 40 ml olive oil; 1 large brown onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 medium carrot, coarsely chopped; 1 stick celery, coarsely chopped; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon curry powder; ¼ teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes; 40 ml tomato paste; 1 cup red lentil; 1 12 liters water; 1 bunch spinach, coarsely chopped; ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped; lemon wedge, to serve (optional)

Servings: persons

40 ml olive oil
1 large brown onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 medium carrot, coarsely chopped
1 stick celery, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon curry powder
¼ teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes
40 ml tomato paste
1 cup red lentil
1 12 liters water
1 bunch spinach, coarsely chopped
¼ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
lemon wedge, to serve (optional)

1
In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.
2
Cook onion and garlic until soft, then add carrot and celery and cook until lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
3
Add spices and chili and cook, stirring, until fragrant.
4
Add tomato paste and lentils, mix well, and cook, stirring, about 5 minutes.
5
Add water and bring to the boil.
6
Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 20 minutes or until lentils are soft.
7
Remove from heat.
8
Add spinach and mint.
9
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10
Serve with lemon wedges if desired, crusty bread and salad.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 40 ml olive oil, 1 large brown onion, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, 1 medium carrot, coarsely chopped, 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.

Red Lentil Soup

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