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🇹🇷 Looking for a healthy, high-protein turkish lentil soup recipe for weight loss that’s actually delicious? This soup (Mercimek Çorbası) is everything you need — filling, flavourful, and made with simple, wholesome ingredients.
Packed with plant-based protein from red lentils, this one-pot soup is perfect if you’re trying to eat healthier, lose weight, or just want an easy meal prep option that actually keeps you full. It’s low in calories, naturally vegan (or vegetarian depending on your stock), and spiced just right with cumin, paprika, garlic, and a touch of chilli.
The fresh lemon juice at the end brightens everything up, and the drizzle of Aleppo pepper oil? Game changer.
This is a great go-to if you’re after a high-protein meal idea, especially during the colder months or when you need something comforting but still light.
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20 Comments
The packet says 20 mins for lentils, but chefs always recommend cooking for 40 mins. Do you know the reason for the difference in recommended cooking timings?
I like adding a couple tablespoons of bulgur too
Looks amazing. It’s on my to do list. Thanks 👍👍
I make Turkish soups all the time. My 3 little boys love it!
Looks lovely
Looks delicious 👍
I cannot wait to try this I love your recipes ❤
The lentil soup sounds good. I want the recipe
I need the recipe!!
Made it for lunch: gorgeous!
Oh think I will be making some of this❤
Another winning recipe x
Aah fab I love lentils so this is another winner 😊😊
I'd love the recipe
Looks fab definitely make it ❤
Hello from Cymru thanks
Thanks Scott. Looks delicious and quick and easy to make, I'm going to make a batch of this on Sunday, that's my lunches sorted for next week.
Hi Scott can this be fine in a soup maker x
Looks really delicious 🤤😋
Sounds good.