Dinner
The BEST Lentil Soup
A flavorful and hearty red lentil soup featuring aromatic vegetables, spices, and a bright finish of lemon.
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Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion
- 1 russet potato
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup red lentils
- Optional: zucchini
- 5-8 cups chicken stock (depending on desired thickness)
- 2 chicken bouillon cubes
- Lemon (to finish)
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 Tbsp of olive oil in a pot.
- 2
Add the large onion, russet potato, and shredded carrots.
- 3
Stir in 1 tsp cumin, 2 tsp paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1 cup red lentils.
- 4
Optional: Add zucchini if desired.
- 5
Add 5-6 cups of chicken stock for a thicker soup, or 7-8 cups for a more liquidy soup.
- 6
Add 2 chicken bouillon cubes.
- 7
Simmer until vegetables and lentils are tender.
- 8
Finish with lemon before serving.