Easy Greek Red Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Easy Greek Red Lentil Soup Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 23 min
Total time: 33 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: Extra virgin olive oil (I used Early Harvest); 1 large onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 carrots, chopped; 3 tsp dry oregano; 1 1/2 tsp cumin; 1 tsp rosemary; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes; 2 dry bay leaves; 1 cup crushed tomatoes (from a can); 7 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 2 cups red lentils, rinsed and drained; Kosher salt; Zest of 1 lemon; Juice of 2 lemons; Fresh parsley for garnish; Crumbled feta cheese to serve, optional

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:23min

This creamy red lentil soup, prepared Greek-style, will surprise your taste buds in the best way possible! Red lentils, combined with onions, garlic, and sweet carrots in a tomato-based broth. Infused with cumin, oregano, and rosemary. Finished with a bright splash of lemon juice and fresh parsley. Keep it vegan, or add a sprinkle of salty feta, if you like.

Updated at: Mon, 15 Nov 2021 21:08:20 GMT