For a richer flavor, consider using vegetable broth instead of water. A swirl of heavy cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt adds extra creaminess. If the soup becomes too thick upon reheating, thin it with water or vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.
Favorite Lentil Soup
-
PREP TIME20 mins
-
COOK TIME20 mins
-
TOTAL TIME40 mins
-
SERVING8 People
-
VIEWS72
A fragrant and comforting lentil soup, reminiscent of Middle Eastern culinary traditions. Perfect for chilly days or as a nourishing and satisfying meal anytime of year. Its creamy texture and bright, herbaceous finish will tantalize your taste buds.
Ingridients
Adjust Servings
Nutrition
-
Carbohydrate34 g
-
Fiber16 g
-
Protein13 g
-
Saturated Fat1 g
-
Sodium315 mg
-
Sugar2 g
-
Fat8 g
-
Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
Salamander lied porpoise much over tightly circa horse taped so innocuously side crudey mightily rigorous plot life. New homes in particular are subject. All recipes created with FoodiePress have suport for Micoformats and Schema.org is a collaboration byo improve convallis.
01 Step
Recipe View In a pressure cooker, combine the rinsed red lentils with about 1 inch of water. Add the chopped onion and olive oil. Cook under pressure for 10 minutes, then allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes. (Total time: 20 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Carefully transfer the lentil mixture to a food processor or blender. Add the ground cumin and black pepper. Puree until smooth and creamy. (Total time: 5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Pour the pureed soup into a large stock pot and return to medium heat. Just before the soup comes to a boil, stir in the dry onion soup mix until it is fully dissolved. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the soup thickens to a creamy consistency. (Total time: 15 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Just before serving, stir in the fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley. Garnish with additional fresh parsley. Serve hot with grissini or garlic croutons. (Total time: 5 minutes)
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
RECIPE REVIEWS
LEAVE A REVIEW
Please Rate
Dennis Pfannerstill
Apr 7, 2025The lemon juice really brightens up the flavor. I'll definitely make this again.
Rogers Jacobi
Mar 21, 2025This soup is so easy to make and tastes amazing! My family loves it.
Roberta Ankunding
Oct 20, 2024I didn't have a pressure cooker, so I simmered it on the stovetop for about an hour. It still turned out great!
Jerod Cummerata
Aug 20, 2024I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat, and it was perfect!