Halal Gluten Free Lentil Soup Recipe (Turkish Style)

• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp each: cumin, paprika, dried mint
• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
• Fresh parsley and lemon wedges
• Salt and black pepper

1. 1Heat olive oil in a pot. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 5-6 minutes. Add garlic and spices; cook 1 minute.
2. 2Add lentils, tomatoes, and broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer 25-30 minutes until lentils are very soft.
3. 3Blend partially with immersion blender for creaminess or leave chunky.
4. 4Season and serve with fresh parsley, lemon juice, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition values are estimates.