Hearty Red Lentil Soup

Name: Hearty Red Lentil Soup
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 1 cup red lentils; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 medium carrots, sliced; 2 small potatoes, cubed; 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth; 2 cups water; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons cooking oil; to taste salt; to taste black pepper

A warming, creamy soup made with protein-rich red lentils and root vegetables. This comforting dish comes together in one pot and is perfect for chilly days.

50 min

Easy

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This simple one-pot soup transforms humble red lentils into something truly comforting. The vegetables add natural sweetness while the lentils break down to create a naturally thick, creamy texture.

Ingredients

red lentils 1 cup

onion, diced 1 medium

carrots, sliced 2 medium

potatoes, cubed 2 small

vegetable or chicken broth 4 cups

water 2 cups

all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons

cooking oil 2 tablespoons

salt to taste

black pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep the lentils

Rinse the red lentils thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes any dust or debris.

Start the aromatics

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour and stir for another minute until fragrant.

Add vegetables and lentils

Add the sliced carrots and cubed potatoes to the pot. Stir everything together, then add the rinsed red lentils.

Simmer until tender

Pour in the broth and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 30-35 minutes until the lentils have completely broken down and the vegetables are tender.