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Turkish Lentil Soup Recipe

Turkish Lentil Soup Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Turkish Lentil Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for a satisfying meal. Made with red lentils, vegetables, and a blend of spices, this soup is easy to make and full of wholesome ingredients. Serve it with a squeeze of lemon and fresh parsley for a delightful touch.


Ingredients

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Soup:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 medium carrot, diced
  • 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
  • 5 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened.
  2. Stir in the carrot and potato, cook for another few minutes.
  3. Add garlic, tomato paste, cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes if using; cook until fragrant.
  4. Add lentils and broth, bring to a boil, then simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  5. Puree the soup until smooth with an immersion blender or leave it slightly chunky.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • For an extra authentic touch, drizzle with melted butter infused with paprika before serving.
  • This soup pairs perfectly with warm pita or crusty bread.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Turkish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg