VEGAN TURKISH RED LENTIL SOUP
This delicious red lentil soup is super easy to make and full of flavor. It's vegan as well -- win/win! My dad combined a few different recipes over the years and this one was decidedly the winner. It's been made by many people throughout the family and is always met with great compliments! Cannot emphasize enough that you really need to use red lentils for this recipe as it's key to the taste. If you can't find them in your regular grocery store, they are always in stock at the nearest Indian food market. Best served with your favorite freshly baked bread!
Provided by Jet62879
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas Lentil Soup Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and 1 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 8 minutes. Add thyme sprigs, garlic, cumin, and bay leaves; cook, stirring, for 1 minute more.
- Add vegetable broth, tomatoes, red lentils, tomato paste, oregano, remaining salt, and pepper to the saucepan. Cover partially and simmer, stirring occasionally, until lentils are very soft and falling apart, 30 to 45 minutes.
- Discard thyme sprigs and bay leaves. Let soup cool briefly, about 10 minutes. Transfer 4 cups of soup to a blender; blend until smooth. Mix back into the saucepan. Stir in water. Ladle soup into bowls; garnish with chopped parsley and a squirt of lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.3 calories, Carbohydrate 47.3 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 12.5 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 1091.7 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
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just a random weeb
a.just36@gmail.comI can't wait to try this soup!
technical saim
saim@hotmail.co.ukThis soup is a great way to save money on groceries.
Wajiha Usman
wajiha_u@hotmail.comThis soup is a great make-ahead meal. You can cook it on the weekend and then reheat it during the week.
Md Obaidu
md.obaidu@hotmail.comI love how versatile this soup is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
Imran mughal
i@gmail.comThis soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Sean Hayrup (#28FROMhELL)
s-h7@aol.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover lentils.
Timothy Pringles
pringlest@hotmail.frThis soup is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of lentils, vegetables, and spices.
Najam Butt
butt_n@hotmail.co.ukI'm always looking for new vegan recipes, and this one is a keeper. It's easy to make and it's absolutely delicious.
Salisu Gambo Ali
ali-s@hotmail.comThis soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and it's packed with nutrients.
Kamran mayo Sabg
sabg92@yahoo.comI'm not a vegan, but I really enjoyed this soup. It's hearty and flavorful, and it's a great way to get some extra vegetables in.
panda built playz
pandab@yahoo.comThis soup is so good! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.
mulukman tamang
m_t@gmail.comI love the addition of the lemon juice and fresh herbs. They really brighten up the soup.
Rajesh Khadka
khadka3@yahoo.comThis is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also really affordable.
Shahin King
k-s3@yahoo.comI wasn't sure how I would like this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's really tasty and satisfying.
Suliman Khan
suliman53@gmail.comThis soup is so delicious and comforting. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the broth is flavorful and rich.
zainab shamim
s9@gmail.comI love how easy this soup is to make. I was able to throw everything in my slow cooker and dinner was ready when I got home from work.
Hammy Tiger
tiger43@hotmail.comThis soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and hearty, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.