North African red lentil soup
1
Points® value
Total Time
40 min
Prep
5 min
Cook
35 min
Serves
4
Difficulty
Easy
Simple yet exotic is the best way to describe this boldly flavored soup. It's not too rich nor too sweet, is hearty enough to serve on its own for dinner, and is perfect for when the temperatures fall. The marriage of tomatoes with red lentils, ground cumin, cilantro, and yogurt will transport you to far-flung places where you've always dreamed of traveling. This soup takes just 40 minutes to make and requires just one pot—cleanup and prep couldn't be easier for this comforting weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Water
3 cup(s)
Canned diced tomatoes with onion and garlic
14½ oz, (1 can)
Dried lentils
1 cup(s), red variety
Ground cumin
1 tsp
Table salt
¾ tsp
Black pepper
¼ tsp
Cilantro
⅓ cup(s), fresh, chopped
Plain low fat yogurt
½ cup(s)