🌿 Mediterranean Lentil Soup Recipe

(Spice Souk Shop Exclusive)

This is the kind of soup that hugs your insides. Simple, hearty, and spiced just right—our Mediterranean Lentil Soup is a weeknight staple and a nod to old-world kitchens. With warming cumin, golden turmeric, and a touch of mint, every bowl is packed with flavor and feel-good nourishment.

🧂 Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp Spice Souk Extra Virgin Olive Oil

• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped

• 1–2 carrots, diced

• 1 medium potato, peeled and diced

• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed

• 6 cups water or vegetable/chicken broth

• 2 tsp Spice Souk Cumin

• 1 tsp Spice Souk Dried Mint

• ½ tsp Spice Souk Turmeric

• ¼ tsp Spice Souk Paprika

• ⅛ tsp Spice Souk Cayenne (optional for a little kick)

• ½ tsp kosher salt (adjust to taste)

• Black pepper to taste

• Juice of 1 lemon (for serving)

• Optional: parsley, fried pita croutons, or green olives for garnish

🍲 How to Make It:

1. Sauté the Base
   In a large pot, heat olive oil. Add onion, carrots, and potato. Sauté 5–7 minutes, until soft and golden.

2. Add Lentils & Spices
   Stir in lentils and all the spices—cumin, mint, turmeric, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Let them toast for a minute to unlock the flavor.

3. Simmer
   Pour in the water or broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, uncovered, until lentils and veggies are tender.

4. Blend It Up (Optional)
   For a creamy soup, blend with an immersion blender. Or keep it chunky—your kitchen, your call.

5. Finish & Serve
   Add lemon juice to brighten. Serve hot with fresh herbs or a handful of pita chips on top.

✨ Spice Souk Tip

This soup is perfect as-is, but if you want to bulk it up, toss in some cooked rice or shredded chicken. And don’t forget a final swirl of our Spice Souk Extra Virgin Olive Oil right before serving.

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