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Mediterranean Lentil Soup

A hearty Mediterranean-style lentil soup made with vegetables, warm spices, tomatoes, and fresh lemon for a nourishing and comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup dry lentils rinsed
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes 14 oz
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic, cumin, paprika, and oregano; cook until fragrant.
  4. Add lentils, tomatoes, broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender.
  6. Remove bay leaf and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Stir in lemon juice and garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

Soup thickens as it cools; add extra broth when reheating if needed.