turkish lentil soup recipe |authentic red lentil soup

red lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils are often less expensive and provide a similar texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth can be healthier and more flavorful.

tomato paste

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can provide a lighter flavor.

Rinse red lentils under cold water until water runs clear.

Chop onion and carrot into small pieces.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add chopped carrot, stirring to combine.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Add rinsed lentils, reduce heat, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender.

Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.

Stir in salt and cumin to taste.

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