Lentil Soup
Be sure to put these leftovers in the fridge – this soup tastes even better the next day!
Servings
11 (1 cup each)
Prep and cook time
Prep time: 5 min. Cook time: 1 hr.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 medium stalks celery, chopped
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups dry lentils
- 1 can (14 ½ ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 6 ½ cups water
Directions
- In a large soup pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add carrots, celery, and onions; cook and stir until the onion is soft.
- Stir in garlic, oregano, basil, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes
- Stir in lentils and tomatoes, then add the vegetable broth and water. Cover and bring to a boil. Lower heat and cook for 1 hour or until lentils are tender.
Nutritional information
Each serving provides: calories: 151, total fat: 3g, saturated fat: 0g, cholesterol: 0mg, sodium: 248mg, total fiber: 7g, protein: 9g, carbohydrates: 24g, potassium: 503mg