01 Apr Red Lentil And Vegetable Soup
Red Lentil And Vegetable Soup
Serves 4
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 leek, sliced
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 1 tsp grated lemon rind
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- 1 cup red lentils
- 2 cups vegetable stock
- 1 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
Heat the oil in a large, heavy based pan, add the leek, carrot, lemon rind and cumin and cook over medium heat for 1 – 2 minutes. Add the lentils and stock plus 2 cups of water. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 – 20 mins or until the lentils are soft and cooked through.
Either using a stick blender or food processor, blitz until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
TIP – You will want to double this recipe, it’s too good!
