To make lentil soup, you will need the following ingredients
To make lentil soup, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup of dried lentils (any color will work)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups of vegetable broth
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to prepare the lentil soup:
1. Rinse the lentils under cold water and remove any debris. Set them aside.
2. In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Add the diced carrots and celery to the pot. Sauté for a few minutes until they start to soften.
4. Add the lentils to the pot along with the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes. Stir well.
5. Season the soup with cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
7. Once the soup is cooked, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
8. Serve the lentil soup hot and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Enjoy your homemade lentil soup!
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