LENTIL SOUP WITH CILANTRO (LOTS OF IT)
This easy lentil soup is seasoned with cumin and an entire bunch of chopped cilantro, stirred in just before serving.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, soups and stews, main course
Time 1h
Yield Serves four
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large, heavy soup pot over medium heat, and add the garlic. Stir until fragrant, about a minute, and stir in the cumin and cayenne. Add the lentils, onion, bay leaf, water and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer 40 minutes, until the lentils are tender and the broth aromatic. Add pepper, taste and adjust salt. Remove the halved onion and the bay leaf.
- Coarsely puree the soup in an immersion blender or food mill. Alternatively, puree half the soup in blender, 1 1/2 cups at time, being careful to cover the top of the blender with a towel to avoid hot splashes, then stir back into the soup. Heat through.
- Chop the cilantro, discarding the stems. Stir into the soup just before serving. Taste, adjust seasoning and serve, topping each bowl with a dollop of yogurt.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 237, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1017 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
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Brendan Brown
brown.b38@hotmail.co.ukI'm allergic to cilantro, so I used parsley instead. Turned out just as good.
Aponkhan 1122
a@gmail.comThis lentil soup is so hearty and filling. I love that it's packed with protein and fiber.
Guyvenson Blanc
g_b57@yahoo.comSoup was a bit too thick for my taste, so I added some extra water.
Da Gr
gd20@gmail.comI made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out amazing. So easy and convenient.
Stephen Abu
stephen.a@yahoo.comThis soup is so versatile. I've added different veggies, spices, and even leftover chicken. Always turns out delicious.
Mughal Moiz
mughal_m@hotmail.comI'm not a fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the recipe. Still turned out great.
Pepe's Son
p@gmail.comThis is the best lentil soup recipe I've ever tried. Will definitely be making it again.
Ayten Osama
aosama@hotmail.frI used chicken broth instead of vegetable broth and it turned out just as good.
Arun Acharya
a_a55@aol.comSoup was a bit too spicy for my liking, but still very tasty.
Tj Walsh1
walsh1tj@hotmail.co.ukAdded some crumbled feta cheese on top before serving. Yum!
Ricky Peterson The Great
p@yahoo.comThis lentil soup is so creamy and flavorful. You'd never guess it's vegan!
LEMARR DAVIS
l.davis96@hotmail.comPerfect soup for meal prep. I made a big batch and ate it for lunch all week.
Sheikh. Umar Rauf
s98@aol.comI'm new to cooking and this recipe was easy enough for me to follow. Turned out great!
Zidan Danjuma
danjuma_zidan@gmail.comSoup was a bit bland for my taste, so I added some extra spices.
Roger Jean
roger-j16@yahoo.comLove that this recipe uses pantry staples. Always have lentils, onion, garlic, and tomatoes on hand.
Shoig Mayi
mayi_shoig81@yahoo.comThis soup is so hearty and filling. Perfect for a cold winter day.
Damian Murdaugh
murdaugh58@gmail.comAdded some diced carrots and celery for extra veggies. Turned out great!
Gregory Lee
gregory41@gmail.comI'm not a huge lentil fan, but this soup was even a hit with me!
Ishaq Shehzad
ishaq_shehzad@yahoo.comVery tasty and flavorful. I love the addition of cilantro.
Ridul Khan
khan.ridul1@yahoo.comThis lentil soup is now a staple in my household. The recipe is easy to follow and the soup is always delicious.