Lentil Soup with Wheat Dumplings 🥣🍲

Ingredients:

For the Soup:

• 1 cup dried lentils (green or brown), rinsed and drained
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Wheat Dumplings:

• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

1.Prepare the Soup:

• In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, carrots, celery, and bell pepper. Sauté until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
• Stir in cumin, paprika, turmeric, black pepper, and salt. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
• Add the lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.

2. Make the Dumplings:

• In a medium bowl, combine whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
• Stir in milk and olive oil until a dough forms. If using, fold in fresh parsley.
• Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the simmering soup. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.

3. Serve:

• Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving gets some dumplings.

Warm up your soul with this comforting Lentil Soup paired with fluffy wheat dumplings. This hearty dish combines nutritious lentils with aromatic spices and soft dumplings that soak up the flavorful broth. Perfect for a cozy meal!