---
title: Sochevychnyi Sup (Ukrainian Red Lentil Soup)
servings: 4
prep time: 10 minutes
cook time: 25 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/sochevychnyi-sup-red-lentil-vegetable-soup
---

Gather @red lentil{250%g}, @sweet paprika{1%tsp}, @fresh dill{2%tbsp} and @black pepper{}.

Rinse the lentils in a sieve under cold water until it runs clear.

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat and cook the @onion{1} and @carrot{2} until softened, about 5 minutes. ~{5%minutes}

Stir in the @garlic{3%clove} and paprika and cook 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Add the lentils, @canned tomato{1%can}, @vegetable stock{1%l} and @bay leaf{1%leaf}; bring to a boil.

Reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the lentils have fully broken down and the soup thickens, about 20 minutes. ~{20%minutes}

Season with @salt{} and pepper and discard the bay leaf.

Ladle into bowls with a drizzle of @olive oil{2%tbsp} and a scatter of dill.