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Moroccan Lentil Soup

This recipe is gluten free.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Moroccan
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup lentils
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions 

  1. Rinse lentils under cold water.
  2. In a large pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
  3. Add garlic and spices, cook for another minute.
  4. Stir in lentils, tomatoes, and broth.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-35 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper, stir in cilantro before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 5000IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 4mg

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Gluten-Free
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