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Spicy Tomato and Red Lentil Soup

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup red lentils rinsed
  • 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in large pot over medium; sauté onion 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add garlic, cumin, cayenne, and paprika; stir 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add lentils, tomatoes, and broth; boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low; simmer 25 minutes until lentils are completely tender and broken down, stirring occasionally.
  5. Season with salt and pepper; stir in lemon juice. Partially blend with immersion blender for creamier texture if desired.
  6. Serve hot with herbs or yogurt dollop if calories allow.