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Red Lentil Soup
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schedulePrep 0 min
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Ingredients
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- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ lb dry red lentils
- 6 cups water or stock
- 1 bay leaf
Directions
- Finished lentil soup, with potatoes, parsley, and dill addedPick over the lentils to remove any debris if needed. Rinse well.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Once oil is hot, add the onion and carrots. Sauté for a few minutes, until the vegetables have started to soften, then add the garlic.
- Add the lentils, bay leaf, and water to the pot. Simmer over low-medium heat for 20–30 minutes until lentils are softened.
- Serve hot.
Notes
Herbs and/or spices can be added to the sautéing vegetables, such as cumin, thyme, oregano, and/or red pepper flakes.
Hot sauce can be added to taste. Freshly-squeezed lemon juice is a nice addition, preferably immediately before serving.
