Best 6 Moroccan Lentil Soup With Yogurt Recipes

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Discover the delectable flavors of Morocco with this hearty and comforting lentil soup. Bursting with an array of spices, lentils, and fresh vegetables, this soup is a symphony of textures and flavors. The addition of yogurt adds a creamy tanginess that perfectly balances the warmth of the spices. Whether you're looking for a cozy meal on a chilly evening or a satisfying lunch, this Moroccan lentil soup is sure to delight your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant streets of Morocco.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MOROCCAN LENTIL SOUP WITH YOGURT



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I like this lentil soup because it includes a couple of veggies too. The red lentils are specified in the recipe because they are smaller, rounder, and they do not have the seed coat of brown lentils. However, you can substitute brown lentils if necessary. I just love the spices in this! This is a long list of ingredients, but it involves very little effort. You should be able to have it on the table in an hour or so.

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Spinach

Time 1h

Yield 7 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 21

8 spinach, leaves (use large ones)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 carrot, scraped and sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups chicken broth
1 cup red lentil
1 cup tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
4 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fine egg noodles, uncooked
1/2 cup plain yogurt

Steps:

  • Remove the stems from the spinach; wash the leaves thoroughly, and pat dry. Cut into thin strips. Set aside.
  • Saute onion in olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until tender. Add the sliced carrot and garlic, and saute, stirring constantly, until crisp-tender. Add the chicken broth and the next 13 ingredients (up to the salt -- leave out the noodles, reserved spinach, and yogurt). Bring to a boil. Partially cover, and reduce heat. Simmer 20 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
  • Stir in the reserved spinach and noodles; cook, partially covered, 7 minutes or until noodles are done. (Depends on the noodles you picked!). Remove and discard the bay leaf.
  • Ladle soup into individual bowls. Top each serving with a dollop of yogurt.

MOROCCAN LENTIL SOUP



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Thick, delicious and nutritious, especially in the winter!

Provided by Grace and Mae

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 2h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
6 cups water
1 cup red lentils
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 (19 ounce) can cannellini beans
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
½ cup diced carrots
½ cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 ½ teaspoons ground cardamom
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • In large pot saute; the onions, garlic, and ginger in a little olive oil for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the water, lentils, chick peas, white kidney beans, diced tomatoes, carrots, celery, garam masala, cardamom, cayenne pepper and cumin. Bring to a boil for a few minutes then simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or longer, until the lentils are soft.
  • Puree half the soup in a food processor or blender. Return the pureed soup to the pot, stir and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.8 calories, Carbohydrate 56.5 g, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 18 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 317 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

MOROCCAN LENTIL SOUP



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Like most soups, this healthy Moroccan lentil soup recipe gets better with time, so make it a day ahead if you can--or try our easy slow cooker/crock pot recipe variation.

Provided by Joyce Hendley, M.S.

Categories     Healthy Turmeric Recipes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups chopped onions
2 cups chopped carrots
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
6 cups vegetable broth or reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups water
3 cups chopped cauliflower (about 1/2 medium)
1 ¾ cups lentils
1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 cups chopped fresh spinach or one 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat; add onions and carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon and pepper; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add broth, water, cauliflower, lentils, tomatoes and tomato paste; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender but not mushy, 45 to 55 minutes. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, 5 minutes.
  • Just before serving, stir in cilantro and lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Fat 1.5 g, Fiber 9.4 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 599.3 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

MOROCCAN LENTIL SOUP WITH VEGGIES



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My family and I have been trying to eat healthy, so I started adding veggies to all my soups. This recipe is easy to make, fun, and delicious. You can modify it in many ways; add your own favorite cooking oil, as well as your own greens. Serve with toasted rosemary bread. Yum!

Provided by Sassy Moroccan

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 16

¼ cup olive oil
4 large carrots, chopped
1 large white onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon dried tarragon
½ teaspoon cumin
1 (16 ounce) package dry lentils
1 cup crushed tomatoes
2 quarts vegetable broth
1 (10 ounce) package spinach
1 large zucchini, cut into small pieces
1 pinch salt to taste
1 teaspoon olive oil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir carrots, onion, salt, parsley, black pepper, ginger, tarragon, and cumin in the hot oil until the onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir lentils and tomatoes into the carrot mixture. Pour vegetable broth over the vegetables, stir, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, place a cover on the pot, and simmer until the lentils are tender, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Stir spinach and zucchini into the broth mixture; simmer until the zucchini is tender, about 7 minutes more. Remove pot from heat and season soup with salt. Drizzle 1 teaspoon olive oil over the soup before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Carbohydrate 56.1 g, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 24.4 g, Protein 20.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 1190.9 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

MOROCCAN LENTIL SOUP



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Provided by Donna St. George

Categories     dinner, lunch, weekday, one pot, soups and stews, appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons canola oil or olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 small green pepper, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, shredded
1 1/2 cups peeled and finely chopped eggplant
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 1/4 teaspoons cumin
3/4 teaspoon curry powder
3/4 teaspoon allspice
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 quarts water
2 14 1/2-ounce cans chicken broth
3/4 cup dry sherry
1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
1 16-ounce bag dried lentils, any variety
1/2 teaspoon salt
Plain yogurt or sour cream, for garnish
Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large (6- to 8-quart) stockpot over medium heat, combine the butter and oil and stir until the butter has melted. Add the onions, green pepper, carrots, eggplant and garlic. Stir well. Add the cumin, curry powder, allspice, cinnamon and red pepper flakes. Saute, stirring, until the vegetables have softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Add water, chicken broth, sherry, tomatoes and lentils, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer, uncovered, 1 hour, or until the lentils have softened. Season with salt. To serve, garnish each bowl with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream and a sprinkling of chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 206, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 373 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MOROCCAN LENTIL SOUP



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Make and share this Moroccan Lentil Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
6 cups water
1 cup red lentil
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 (19 ounce) can cannellini beans
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/2 cup diced carrot
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • In large pot saute; the onions, garlic, and ginger in a little olive oil for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the water, lentils, chick peas, white kidney beans, diced tomatoes, carrots, celery, garam masala, cardamom, cayenne pepper and cumin.
  • Bring to a boil for a few minutes then simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or longer, until the lentils are soft.
  • Puree half the soup in a food processor or blender.
  • Return the pureed soup to the pot, stir and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.2, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 506.7, Carbohydrate 56.2, Fiber 13.4, Sugar 5.7, Protein 17.5

Tips:

  • For a smoky flavor, roast the lentils in a dry skillet before cooking.
  • Add a teaspoon of cumin or coriander for an extra layer of flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh tomatoes, use a can of diced tomatoes.
  • Serve the soup with a dollop of yogurt, a sprinkle of paprika, and a side of crusty bread.
  • To make the soup vegan, omit the yogurt and use a plant-based milk instead.

Conclusion:

Moroccan lentil soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its rich flavor and healthy ingredients, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your home.

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