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Spicy Lentil Soup Recipe

This recipe is gluten free.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
  2. 2. Add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until onions are translucent.
  3. 3. Stir in cumin, paprika, and chili powder. Cook for another minute.
  4. 4. Add red lentils, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
  5. 5. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
  6. 6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 4mg

Keywords

Spicy Lentil Soup
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