Halal Turkish Ezogelin Red Lentil and Mint Soup

• 1 cup red lentils
• 1 onion, 1 carrot, diced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp dried mint, 1 tsp paprika, ½ tsp cumin
• 6 cups vegetable broth or water
• 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
• Lemon wedges, fresh mint, red pepper flakes

1. 1Sauté onion and carrot. Add tomato paste and spices; cook 2 min.
2. 2Add lentils and broth. Simmer 25–30 min until lentils break down.
3. 3Blend for smoothness if desired. Stir in dried mint.
4. 4Serve with lemon, fresh mint, and pepper flakes.

Nutrition values are estimates.