MIDDLE EASTERN VEGETABLE AND LENTIL SOUP

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A delicious, flavorful, and healthy variation of lentil and vegetable soup with Middle Eastern flavors.

Provided by Melissa Gardner

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
4 cups vegetable broth
2 cups water
1 ΒΌ cups lentils, picked over and rinsed
1 small eggplant, diced
2 medium zucchini, diced
1 medium tomato, chopped
lemon, zested and juiced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and celery. Cook until lightly browned, stirring occasionally, 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic and cook another minute or 2, stirring constantly. Add broth, water, and lentils and bring to a boil, about 5 minutes.
  • Add eggplant to the soup and return to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes more. Stir in zucchini and tomato and return to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until zucchini are tender but still bright, about 5 minutes more. Remove soup from heat and stir in lemon zest and juice. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.7 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 19 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 360.5 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

Nek bencho teri maa ki a an
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This soup is a 10/10. It's absolutely delicious and I will definitely be making it again.


Tashariyanna Briley
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I highly recommend this soup. It's a delicious and healthy meal that's easy to make.


Suresh Rawal
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This soup is a great freezer meal. I made a big batch and froze it in individual containers. It's a great way to have a healthy and delicious meal on hand when you're short on time.


Saras - X
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I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Mamir Mamir
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover rice. I had some leftover brown rice from dinner and I added it to the soup. It was a great way to add some extra texture and flavor.


Jimmy Payne
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The vegetables in this soup are cooked perfectly. They're still tender, but they're not mushy.


Alwahab Tv
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The lentils in this soup are so creamy and delicious. They really add a lot of body to the soup.


Shaydean Brown
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I love the smoky flavor of the cumin and coriander in this soup. It's a really unique and delicious flavor combination.


Summer Freeman
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This soup is a great source of fiber. It's a great way to keep your digestive system healthy.


Itba Rizwan
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I love that this soup is vegan. It's a great way to get your protein without eating meat.


Murshed Mia
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I've already shared the recipe with all of my friends.


Tichaona Joackim Mabheka
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Nihan Ahanaf
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it without complaint.


Manda Martinez (Panda bear)
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and it fills you up without weighing you down.


Mo Ha
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I love the simplicity of this soup. It's made with just a few ingredients, but it's so flavorful and satisfying.


Angelo Goat
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some carrots, celery, and onions that were about to go bad, so I threw them in the soup. It turned out great!


Fredrick Okello
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this soup changed my mind. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the vegetables are so tender. The broth is also very flavorful.


Loretta Pereira
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This is the best lentil soup I've ever had! It's so flavorful and comforting. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rina Begam
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This soup is bursting with flavor! The lentils add a hearty texture and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I especially love the addition of the cumin and coriander, which give the soup a warm and inviting aroma.