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Red Lentil Soup (Mercimek Corbasi) recipe by Safe Plated

Red Lentil Soup (Mercimek Corbasi)

A classic Turkish red lentil soup, rich in flavor and nutrients, perfect for a light yet filling lunch. Safe for those avoiding shellfish.

10m prep + 30m cook4 servings
SHELLFISH-free
280 cal|15g protein|40g carbs|8g fat|15g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Red lentils
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 1 medium Carrot
  • 1 medium Potato
  • 6 cups Vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried mint
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 4 Lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. 2Add chopped onion, carrot, and potato and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
  4. 4Add red lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
  5. 5Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.
  6. 6Stir in dried mint, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  7. 7Serve hot with a lemon wedge.

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