NeighborhoodHub kitchen
Cozy red lentil soup
One pot, a few pantry staples, and lunch for tomorrow too.
~$1.30 per serving
What goes in
- Red lentils, dry1 cup~$1.10
- Crushed tomatoes1 can (28 oz)~$1.60
- Onion1 medium~$0.60
- Carrots2 medium~$0.40
- Vegetable broth4 cups~$1.20
- Olive oil and cumin1 tbsp oil, 1 tsp cumin~$0.30
Whole recipe estimate$5.20
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Let’s make it
- 1
Dice onion and carrots. Cook in oil in a large pot for 5 minutes.
- 2
Stir in cumin, rinsed lentils, tomatoes, and broth.
- 3
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender. Add water if too thick.
- 4
Taste and season. Divide into four bowls; cool and refrigerate leftovers promptly.
Original recipe and planning estimates by NeighborhoodHub. Cooking times are estimates; this recipe has not yet been kitchen-tested.