Take-Out Lentil Soup With Garlic And Cumin Recipe

Name: Take-Out Lentil Soup With Garlic And Cumin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 3/4 cups dried lentils; 8 cups chicken stock; 1 teaspoon salt; fresh ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Servings: persons

1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot set over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 6 minutes, until the onions become translucent. Add the cumin and continue to cook for another minute.
2
Add the lentils, stock, salt and pepper, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils have broken down. Add water if the soup needs thinning.
3
Stir in the lemon juice, taste, and reseason if necessary.
4
Ladle into soup bowls and drizzle with olive oil to serve.
5
Tip: There are many varieties of lentils: red, green, yellow, and black. Although green is the easiest to find, any variety works well in this soup.
6
Make ahead: This soup can be made up to 2 days ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator.

1047

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

160

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 large onion, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 1 teaspoon cumin, and more.

Yes, Take-Out Lentil Soup With Garlic And Cumin 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Take-Out Lentil Soup With Garlic And Cumin

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Variations & substitutions

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