Moroccan Lentil Soup: Cozy & Flavorful Comfort!
Savor this cozy Moroccan lentil soup, featuring tender green lentils, sweet onion, and warming ginger for a flavorful, comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups green lentils, rinsed
- 1 sweet onion, finely chopped
- 1 inch knob of fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low sodium veggie or chicken broth
- 1-2 tablespoons red harissa
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
Instructions
- In the bowl of a crockpot, combine the lentils, onion, ginger, garlic, carrots, red pepper, diced tomatoes, veggie broth, 1/2 cup water, the red harissa, smoked paprika, cumin, cinnamon and a large pinch of both Kosher salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-6 hours.
- Just before serving, stir in the lemon juice, chickpeas, and cilantro. Cook until heated through. If the soup is thick, add more water or broth to thin. Taste and adjust the salt to your liking.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with whipped goat cheese, almonds, and fresh cilantro. Eat!
Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.