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Ingredients:
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed and drained
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth or water
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare Lentils: Rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Spices: Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, and ground black pepper. Cook the spices with the vegetables for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to release their flavors.
- Add Lentils and Tomatoes: Add the rinsed red lentils and the can of diced tomatoes (with their juice) to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the vegetable broth or water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and the soup has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Blend (Optional): For a smoother texture, you can use an immersion blender to blend the soup until it reaches your desired consistency. Alternatively, you can blend part of the soup in a blender and then return it to the pot.
- Season and Serve: Stir in the lemon juice and season the soup with salt to taste. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro or parsley.
- Serve: Serve the red lentil soup hot, with crusty bread or a side salad if desired.
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