A warm, simple soup ready in half an hour. Lentils simmer in vegetable broth until tender, then couscous swells off the heat in just five minutes. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a sprig of rosemary finish it: a light, comforting meal.
Info
- Difficulty: Easy
- Total time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 2 people
Ingredients
- Vegetable broth: 10.6 oz (approx. 1¼ cups) (300 ml)
Discover how to make vegetable broth → - Couscous: 3.5 oz (approx. ½ cup + 1 tbsp) (100 g)
- Dried lentils: 3.5 oz (approx. ½ cup) (100 g)
- Salt: to taste
- Black pepper: to taste
- Rosemary: 1 sprig
- Extra virgin olive oil: to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Pour the vegetable broth into a saucepan, then add the lentils and the salt.
- Cook over medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes, until the lentils are tender.
- Turn off the heat, add the couscous to the saucepan and stir. Cover with a lid and let it sit for about 5 minutes, so it absorbs the broth.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork and adjust the salt and pepper.
- Serve the soup hot, with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a sprig of rosemary.
... and now, let's enjoy!
Tips
Adjust the amount of broth to the consistency you like: adding more gives a thinner soup. This recipe uses dried lentils: check the package to see whether they need soaking and adjust the cooking time. Precooked lentils, on the other hand, only need a few minutes to heat through.
Additional Info
Couscous and lentil soup is a simple, nourishing dish that pairs the convenience of couscous with the benefits of legumes. Ideal for a light lunch or a warm, comforting dinner, it is easy to make and needs very few ingredients. Lentils provide plant protein and fiber, while couscous provides carbohydrates.
Substitutions & Variations
You can enrich the soup with carrots, celery and onion for a deeper flavor. For a spiced version, try turmeric, curry powder or cumin. You can also replace part of the broth with tomato passata for a richer, more savory soup.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the soup piping hot in a deep bowl, with the olive oil added at the end, a grind of pepper and the sprig of rosemary. For a heartier meal, serve it with a slice of toasted bread.
