Description
A hearty, quick Mediterranean Red Lentil Soup packed with rich flavors of cumin, garlic, and olive oil. Perfect for a healthy lunch or weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp cumin
1/2 cup diced carrot
1 1/2 cups red lentils
1/3 cup tomato sauce
1 cup water
4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
Dill or parsley for garnishing
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a pot.
2. Add onion and cook for 1–2 minutes, then add garlic and carrot; cook for 2–3 minutes.
3. Add spices and tomato sauce; stir well.
4. Rinse red lentils and add to the pot.
5. Pour in water and stock, bring to a boil.
6. Simmer for 20–25 minutes until lentils soften and soup thickens.
7. Adjust seasoning and serve warm with herbs.
Notes
You can use vegetable stock for a vegan version. Add lemon juice before serving for brightness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Mediterranean Red Lentil Soup, quick lentil soup, easy soup recipe, healthy lunch, Mediterranean flavors