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Simple Red Lentil Soup

Red lentils simmered until soft, finished with a buttery broth mixture, and blended until smooth. Warm, comforting, and made with pantry staples.
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Soups, Salads & Bowls
Turkish
Kitchen Pace : 🕒
Servings: 4
Recipe by NAVA Kitchen
Creamy red lentil soup in a matte ceramic bowl topped with crushed red pepper, olive oil, and fresh herbs, served with toasted bread and lemon wedges.
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Ingredients:

  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 4 cups water
  • ½ onion
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, freshly ground
  • ½ tsp paprika or cumin, optional
  • 1 lemon, for serving, optional

Method:

Start Cooking
  • Rinse the lentils well.
  • Add lentils, water, and onion to a pot. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer about 15–20 minutes until the lentils are very soft.
  • In a small pan, melt the butter. Add flour and cook 1–2 minutes while stirring. Do not let it brown too much.
  • Slowly add the beef broth into the flour mixture while whisking so it stays smooth.
  • Pour this mixture into the soup pot.
  • Blend until creamy using an immersion blender or regular blender.
  • Add salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer another 3–5 minutes if needed.
  • Serve warm with lemon if you like. Bon appétit.

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Notes:

From the kitchen
  • If the soup feels too thick after blending, add a little hot water.
  • For deeper flavor, sauté the onion in butter before boiling.
 
Make it yours
  • Add 1 small carrot or potato while boiling for extra body.
  • Use chicken or vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
  • Add paprika, cumin, or red pepper flakes for warmth.
  • Finish with lemon juice for a brighter flavor.
 
At the table
  • Serve warm with crusty bread, pita, crackers, or a simple salad.
  • A squeeze of lemon and crushed red pepper on top work especially well with the creamy texture.

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Nutrition:

Calories: 209 kcal | Carbohydrates: 32 g | Protein: 13 g | Fat: 4 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g | Trans Fat: 0.1 g | Cholesterol: 8 mg | Sodium: 262 mg | Potassium: 528 mg | Fiber: 15 g | Sugar: 2 g | Vitamin A: 234 IU | Vitamin C: 17 mg | Calcium: 48 mg | Iron: 4 mg
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