There is nothing like having a soup that warms the heart and fills the soul. This is one of them. This lentil soup is super tasty and nice and hearty. It's easy to prep, and doesn't take long to cook. About 10minute prep time and 20minute cook time. Ingredients:![]() Celery Stalks Chopped 3 Carrots Chopped 1 Red Bell Pepper Chopped ½ Yellow Onion Chopped 2 Cups Dry Red Lentils (rinsed) 4 Cups Vegetable Broth Yield 2 Cups of Water 1tbs Cumin 1tsp Coriander 1tsp Dry Oregano 1tsp Dry Thyme ½ tsp Ground Black Pepper ½ Lemon Juice Squeezed Salt to taste 1tbs Olive Oil (Enough to coat the pot) Directions:After you chop and prep your vegetables, heat your dutch oven or pot, add your olive oil - just enough to lightly cover the pan. Once oil is hot, add your vegetables (celery, carrots, red bell pepper, and onion) to the dutch oven and saute for 3-5 minutes on medium heat. Rinse your red lentils and add them to the veggie mix, let them cook for 1-2 minutes while you stir. Add your vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Add your seasoning (Cumin, coriander, oregano, thyme, black pepper). Lower the heat to a high high simmer, and cook for about 20 minutes or until lentils are tender. Add water as needed. When lentils are tender, stir in lemon juice and add salt to taste. Let cool, and enjoy this tasty lentil soup. Makes about 6 servings.
1 Serving is about a cup. 288 calories. 2.4 grams of fat. 48 grams of carbs. 18.8 grams of protein.
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