Dairy-Free Mercimek Corbasi (Red Lentil Soup)

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 cup Red Lentils
• 6 cups Vegetable Broth
• 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
• 1 teaspoon Dried Mint
• 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Instructions

1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. 2Add diced onion and carrot. Sauté for 5 minutes, until softened.
3. 3Add red lentils, vegetable broth, and tomato paste to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
4. 4Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.
5. 5Stir in dried mint, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
6. 6Simmer for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7. 7Stir in lemon juice before serving.
8. 8Serve hot with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.

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