Moroccan Tomato Lentil Stew Soup Recipe

This vibrant Moroccan Tomato Lentil Stew Soup is a crowd-pleaser! My signature dish, it's bursting with warm spices and hearty lentils. For a quick weeknight meal, use tomato pasta sauce as a shortcut. Easily adjust the spice level to your preference – mild, medium, or fiery! Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 437.8 kcal
Protein 38g
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Ingredients for Moroccan Tomato Lentil Stew Soup

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How to Make Moroccan Tomato Lentil Stew Soup

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 cup chopped leek, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 2 tablespoons tomato paste. Cook gently, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in 1 cup brown or green lentils, 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth, 2 cups tomato pasta sauce, 2 medium potatoes (peeled and diced), 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 30-35 minutes, or until the lentils and potatoes are tender.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

41 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

8g

Carbs

23g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Moroccan Tomato Lentil Stew Soup?

Moroccan Tomato Lentil Stew Soup takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Moroccan Tomato Lentil Stew Soup?

Moroccan Tomato Lentil Stew Soup has approximately 437.8 calories per serving, with about 38 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Moroccan Tomato Lentil Stew Soup?

The key ingredients for Moroccan Tomato Lentil Stew Soup are Oil, Leek, Garlic Cloves, Cumin, Coriander, Smoked Paprika. See the full list with measurements above.

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