RED LENTIL SOUP

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I used red lentils for the first time in a recipe I tagged in one of the games and loved them. So I started looking around for other recipes. I found quite a few recipes, and inspired by them, created this soup, using ingredients that I normally have at home. While this is probably 4 servings' worth, I find we generally get only two, as we really love soup!

Provided by duonyte

Categories     Lentil

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 medium red onion, peeled and chopped
3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
3/4 cup split red lentils
5 cups low sodium chicken broth or 5 cups vegetable broth
1/2 fresh lemon (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a saucepan. Add the ginger and heat, stirring, for about a minute. Add the ground cumin and stir another 30 seconds.
  • Add the onion and carrots and cook for about 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  • Add the lentils and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, until the lentils are soft.
  • Remove from heat and puree with an immersion blender (or in batches in a blender or food processor). Add salt and pepper to taste, although I usually do not add any.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon in each serving, if you wish - I find that it adds a bright note.
  • Note: A spoonful of plain yogurt is a nice addition.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.4, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 126.3, Carbohydrate 32.7, Fiber 12.8, Sugar 4.5, Protein 16.2

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