Turkish Red Lentil Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 whole lemon (juiced)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat until it shimmers, about 60 seconds.

2. 2

   Add diced onion and cook, stirring, until softened and translucent, 4–5 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in cumin and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Pour in broth and add lentils. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer.

5. 5

   Simmer uncovered for 12–15 minutes until lentils break down into a creamy puree.

6. 6

   Squeeze in lemon juice. Taste and season with salt and pepper.

7. 7

   Serve hot in bowls, drizzle with olive oil if desired.

Tools you’ll need

• large pot
• wooden spoon
• measuring cups and spoons
• cutting board and knife

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