Saleh’s Plate · By Saleh Alkhalifa

Yumma's Vegetable and Lentil Saudi Soup

Cook Yumma's Vegetable and Lentil Saudi Soup with Saleh’s Plate.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium carrot, chopped
  • 1 medium potato, chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for drizzling)
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until softened.
  2. Stir in carrots, potatoes, lentils, and spices (cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper). Pour in broth and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils and vegetables are soft.
  4. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Stir in lemon juice for brightness.
  5. Ladle into bowls, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes.