Lentil Soup

Lentils are one of the oldest cultivated crops and have been consumed for over 10,000 years. They are a great source of protein and fiber.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Lentil Soup

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: Lunch, Soup Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Lentils
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Carrot
• 2 stalk Celery
• 3 clove Garlic
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils under cold water.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
3. Add the lentils, vegetable broth, tomato paste, cumin, paprika, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
5. Remove the bay leaf and discard. Stir in the fresh parsley.
6. Let the soup rest for 10 minutes before serving.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.