Ingredients

1 onion
2 -3 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons chili flakes
2 tablespoons oil
1 small carrot
1 medium potato
1 cup red lentil
2 tablespoons tomato paste
6 cups water
salt
pepper
1 lemon ( optional )
parsley ( optional )
yoghurt ( optional )
potato
parmesan cheese
50 g butter
This 2 in 1 Turkish Lentil Soup-Bake recipe is the perfect meal for a hearty lunch or dinner. Red lentils are the star ingredient in the soup, providing you with a satisfying plant-based protein. The bake is a great way to add some cheesy goodness to your meal, and it makes a great side dish or a perfect snack. This recipe is a vegan-friendly and healthy way to indulge your cravings.

Instructions

1.For the Turkish Lentil Soup:
2.Rinse the red lentils in cold water and drain.
3.Cut the onion, garlic, carrot, and potato into small pieces.
4.In a pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.
5.Add the onion, garlic, and chili flakes and cook until the onion is translucent.
6.Add the carrot and potato and cook for 2-3 minutes.
7.Add the tomato paste and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
8.Add the lentils and 6 cups of water, stir to combine, and bring to a boil.
9.Reduce the heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
10.Season with salt and pepper to taste.
11.Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon, fresh parsley, and a dollop of yogurt if desired.
12.For the Lentil Bake:
13.Preheat the oven to 400°F.
14.Wash and peel the potato, then slice it thinly using a mandoline or sharp knife.
15.In a small saucepan, melt the butter and add the garlic and chili flakes.
16.In a casserole dish, layer the potato slices, pour butter mixture on top, then sprinkle parmesan cheese.
17.Repeat until all potatoes are used and the top is coated with cheese.
18.Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
19.Uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
20.Serve hot as a side dish to the lentil soup.

PROS

This recipe is a two in one, providing you with a delicious lentil soup and a cheesy lentil bake.

The soup is hearty and healthy, perfect for a chilly day and the bake is crispy and satisfying, perfect as a side dish or snack.

This recipe is vegan-friendly.

CONS

This recipe takes a total time of about 1 hour making it a bit time-consuming to prepare.

Some people may not prefer the texture of lentils in their soup.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Red lentils are a great source of plant-based protein, fiber, and complex carbs.
They are also rich in vitamins and mineral as well as antioxidants.
The garlic and chili flakes in this recipe have been linked to improving the immune system, reducing inflammation, and aiding in digestion.

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