Red Lentil Soup by ZsomBisztró

Name: Red Lentil Soup by ZsomBisztró
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1–2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 large red onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 70 g tomato paste; 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced; 200 g red lentils (washed); 1l water or broth; 1 tsp dried or fresh parsley (or mint); salt to taste; pepper to taste; lemon juice; fresh parsley; yogurt (optional/plant-based alternative is also good); chili flakes (optional)

4 servings

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INGREDIENTS

1–2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 large red onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
70 g tomato paste
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
200 g red lentils (washed)
1l water or broth
1 tsp dried or fresh parsley (or mint)
salt to taste
pepper to taste

FOR SERVING

lemon juice
fresh parsley
yogurt (optional/plant-based alternative is also good)
chili flakes (optional)

PREPARATION

1
Heat the olive oil in a pot, sauté the onion with a pinch of salt for 2-3 minutes.
2
Add the garlic, sauté briefly, then stir in the tomato paste and let it sauté as well.
3
Add the washed red lentils and diced potatoes, toss to combine.
4
Pour in the water/broth, season with salt, and cook covered over medium-low heat for about 20 minutes until the lentils and potatoes are completely soft.
5
After cooking, add the parsley, then blend until creamy (the consistency can be adjusted by adding water/broth), finally season with salt and pepper to taste.
6
When serving, add a few drops of lemon juice, a spoonful of yogurt (optional/plant-based), fresh parsley, and a little chili flakes on top.
7
Tip: I present the recipe in more detail in my video on my ZsomBisztró YouTube channel.

Panka Zsombor (ZsomBisztró)

I help you live a healthier, fitter, and happier life. I went from childhood Crohn's disease to a medication-free life: today I believe in the trinity of mental balance, conscious eating, and smart exercise.