Best Ever Lentil Soup Recipe

Ingredients for Best Ever Lentil Soup

• Red Lentils
• 6 cups water or vegetable broth
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• Garlic Cloves
• 1 medium carrot, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Cumin
• Turmeric
• Lemon, Juice Of
• Knorr Chicken Bouillon

How to Make Best Ever Lentil Soup

1. Rinse 1 cup of brown or green lentils under cold water.
2. In a large pot, combine 6 cups of water or vegetable broth, 1 cup lentils, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
3. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until lentils are tender but not mushy, stirring occasionally.
4. While the lentils simmer, prepare the vegetables: finely chop 1 medium onion, 2 cloves garlic, and 1 medium carrot. Saute in 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat until the onion is softened and slightly golden (about 5-7 minutes).
5. Add the sauteed vegetables, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, and 1 vegetable bouillon cube (or 1 teaspoon bouillon powder) to the lentil pot. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the juice of 1/2 lemon.
7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your liking.
8. Serve hot with warm pita bread and enjoy a side of dates for a delightful and complete meal!