Lentil soup
This lentil soup recipe is one of our favorites. We make it often because we like it so much
Lentil soup
Recipe Type: Soups and Salads
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Serves: 6-8
Ingredients
- 16 cups of water
- 1 lb (16oz) lentils
- 1 tbs olive oil
- 5 cloves of garlic
- 10 oz can tomato paste
- 2 tbsp oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp of olive oil
- Balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Remove small stones and debris from lentils.Place in a strainer and rinse them thoroughly under cool water. No soaking necessary.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat add water and bring to a boil.
- Add lentils,garlic, tomato paste,oregano,bay leaf, salt & pepper to taste and simmer.
- When lentils are done, and got your desired soup consistency add olive oil.
- When serving, add balsamic vinegar (optional)
Serving size: 1 cup Calories: 230
Notes
Lentils are easy & quick to prepare, they taste great,and have a number of health benefits. They help lower cholesterol, are good for the heart, and they provide a good amount of seven important minerals, B vitamins and protein with almost zero fat.
