Saudi Spiced Lentil Soup (Adas)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Red lentils
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 stalk Celery
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon Coriander
• 6 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. 2Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. 3Add minced garlic, cumin, turmeric, and coriander. Cook for 1 minute.
4. 4Add red lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
5. 5Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup for a smoother texture (optional).
6. 6Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. 7Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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