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Moroccan Style Red Lentil Soup
5 from 16 votes

Moroccan Style Red Lentil Soup

Moroccan Style Red Lentil Soup blends red lentils with aromatic spices like ras el hanout and preserved lemon for a slightly tangy, fragrant experience. The soup is sautéed with garlic, onion, celery, and carrot, simmered until lentils are tender, then blended smooth. This creamy, spiced soup offers a comforting meal rich with Middle Eastern flavors and a bright lemon note.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 346 kcal
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Moroccan

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 celery diced, stalks
  • 1 carrot diced
  • 1 1/2 cup red lentils rinsed
  • 1 1/2 tsp ras el hanout see notes
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 15 oz.
  • 1 preserved lemon

Instructions

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  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Saute the onion until translucent. Add the garlic, celery and carrot. Cook for 2 minutes until partially tender.
  2. Stir in the red lentils and ras el hanout. Add in the diced tomatoes.
  3. Rinse the preserved lemon, remove and discard the pulp. Finely chop the peel and add it to the lentils.
  4. Add 5 cups of of water to the pot and turn the heat to medium high. Bring to a simmer, then lower the heat to medium, cover and cook for 20 minutes until the lentils are tender.
  5. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until creamy. Taste and add more salt if needed. Serve with olive oil and red pepper flakes.

Notes

  • Use purchased or homemade ras el hanout spice blend for authentic flavor.
  • Substitute water with beef, chicken, or vegetable stock to deepen taste.
  • If preserved lemon is unavailable, use 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and adjust salt accordingly.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and reheat gently on the stove.

Nutrition Information

Calories 346kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 51g (17%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 5g (25%) Sodium 29mg (1%) Potassium 968mg (21%) Fiber 23g (92%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 2717IU (54%) Vitamin C 17mg (19%) Calcium 102mg (10%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 346

% Daily Value*

Calories 346kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 51g 17%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Sodium 29mg 1%
Potassium 968mg 21%
Fiber 23g 92%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 2717IU 54%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 102mg 10%
Iron 7mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.