LENTIL SOUP WITH CILANTRO (LOTS OF IT)

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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

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 teaspoons cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
Pinch of cayenne
1/2 pound brown lentils (about 1 1/8 cups), picked over and rinsed
1 small onion, cut in half
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 quarts water
Salt, preferably kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground pepper
1 cup chopped cilantro (from 1 large bunch)
Plain low-fat yogurt for garnish

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

Brendan Brown
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I'm allergic to cilantro, so I used parsley instead. Turned out just as good.


Aponkhan 1122
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This lentil soup is so hearty and filling. I love that it's packed with protein and fiber.


Guyvenson Blanc
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Soup was a bit too thick for my taste, so I added some extra water.


Da Gr
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out amazing. So easy and convenient.


Stephen Abu
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This soup is so versatile. I've added different veggies, spices, and even leftover chicken. Always turns out delicious.


Mughal Moiz
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I'm not a fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the recipe. Still turned out great.


Pepe's Son
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This is the best lentil soup recipe I've ever tried. Will definitely be making it again.


Ayten Osama
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I used chicken broth instead of vegetable broth and it turned out just as good.


Arun Acharya
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Soup was a bit too spicy for my liking, but still very tasty.


Tj Walsh1
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Added some crumbled feta cheese on top before serving. Yum!


Ricky Peterson The Great
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This lentil soup is so creamy and flavorful. You'd never guess it's vegan!


LEMARR DAVIS
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Perfect soup for meal prep. I made a big batch and ate it for lunch all week.


Sheikh. Umar Rauf
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I'm new to cooking and this recipe was easy enough for me to follow. Turned out great!


Zidan Danjuma
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Soup was a bit bland for my taste, so I added some extra spices.


Roger Jean
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Love that this recipe uses pantry staples. Always have lentils, onion, garlic, and tomatoes on hand.


Shoig Mayi
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This soup is so hearty and filling. Perfect for a cold winter day.


Damian Murdaugh
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Added some diced carrots and celery for extra veggies. Turned out great!


Gregory Lee
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I'm not a huge lentil fan, but this soup was even a hit with me!


Ishaq Shehzad
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Very tasty and flavorful. I love the addition of cilantro.


Ridul Khan
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This lentil soup is now a staple in my household. The recipe is easy to follow and the soup is always delicious.