Moroccan Spiced Lentil Soup

Name: Moroccan Spiced Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, diced; 2 carrots diced; 2 stalks celery, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1.5 cups red lentils, rinsed; 6 cups vegetable broth; 1 lemon, juiced; Fresh cilantro for garnish

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Warm your soul with this aromatic and nourishing Moroccan Spiced Lentil Soup. Red lentils break down during cooking to create a naturally creamy, thick base, while carrots, celery, and onions provide a savory foundation. The magic is in the blend of warming spices—cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and a touch of ginger—that fill your kitchen with an incredible fragrance. A squeeze of lemon juice added at the end brightens all the flavors. This soup is vegan, packed with protein and fiber, and incredibly comforting. It's a one-pot wonder that tastes even better the next day, making it ideal for healthy meal prep throughout the week.

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A bowl of orange-yellow lentil soup with a lemon wedge

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time30 min

Servings6 servings

DifficultyEasy

Equipment

Large pot or Dutch oven

Instructions

1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened, about 8 minutes.
2
Add garlic, tomato paste, cumin, coriander, and cinnamon. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
3
Add lentils and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until lentils are very soft.
4
Use an immersion blender to purée part of the soup for a creamier texture, or leave it chunky. Stir in lemon juice.
5
Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

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