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Celery and Lentil Soup

Cultural Context

Celery and Lentil Soup is a comforting dish in Turkish cuisine, often enjoyed for its nourishing qualities. Traditionally made with fresh ingredients, it reflects the Mediterranean diet's emphasis on vegetables and legumes. This soup is a staple in many households, especially during colder months, and is appreciated for its simplicity and health benefits. Variations exist across different regions, with some adding spices or other vegetables to enhance flavor.

TurkishTRsoup
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 celery root
5 sprigs of celery leaves
1 onion
3 cloves of garlic
1 carrot
1.5 cups red lentils
50 mL olive oil
8 cups water
black pepper
turmeric
salt
juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon red powdered pepper

red lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils are often less expensive and maintain a similar texture in soups.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water

💰Cheaper: homemade broth

Using water or homemade broth can reduce sodium and cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more budget-friendly option with a neutral flavor.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Spinach adds nutrients while dried parsley is a cost-effective alternative.

1

Separate the root of 1 celery from its leaves.

2

Peel and wash the celery root.

3

Chop the celery root.

4

Wash and chop 5 sprigs of celery leaves.

5

Chop 1 onion.

6

Chop 3 cloves of garlic.

7

Chop 1 carrot.

8

Add 1.5 cups of red lentils to a strainer and wash them.

9

Heat 50 mL of olive oil in a pot.

10

Add the chopped onions and garlic to the pot and sauté for a few minutes.

11

Add the chopped carrots and sauté for 5 minutes.

12

Add the chopped celery root and sauté for another 5 minutes.

13

Mix in the red lentils.

14

Pour in 8 cups of water and bring to a boil.

15

Remove the resulting white suds from the pot.

16

Continue cooking until the vegetables are soft.

17

Using a blender, smooth the vegetables.

18

Check the consistency of the soup; if it is too thick, add more water.

19

Add black pepper, turmeric, and salt to taste.

20

Add the juice of 1 lemon and whisk it well.

21

Boil the soup for another 5 minutes and then turn off the stove.

22

Check the consistency of the soup; it should be nice.

23

Add the chopped celery leaves and mix it in.

24

Let the soup rest for 10 minutes.

25

Add 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of red powdered pepper.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

potblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianvegangluten-freenut-free

Also Known As

Kerevizli Mercimek Çorbası

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