Everyday Italian Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Everyday Italian Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 carrots, peeled and chopped; 2 celery ribs, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 lb lentils (approximately 1 1/4 cups); 11 cups low sodium chicken broth; 4 -6 fresh thyme sprigs; 2/3 cup dried elbow macaroni; 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1 medium onion, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 lb lentils (approximately 1 1/4 cups)
11 cups low sodium chicken broth
4 -6 fresh thyme sprigs
2/3 cup dried elbow macaroni
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese

1
Heat the oil in a heavy large pot over medium heat.
2
Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Add the garlic, salt, and pepper and saute until all the vegetables are tender, about 5 to 8 minutes.
3
Add the tomatoes with their juices. Simmer until the juices evaporate a little and the tomatoes break down, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.
4
Add the lentils and mix to coat.
5
Add the broth and stir.
6
Add the thyme sprigs.
7
Bring to a boil over high heat.
8
Cover and simmer over low heat until the lentils are almost tender, about 30 minutes.
9
Stir in the pasta. Simmer until the pasta is tender but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
10
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.Ladle the soup into bowls. Sprinkle with the Parmesan, drizzle with olive oil, and serve.

1611

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

235

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 carrots, peeled and chopped, 2 celery ribs, chopped, and more.

Yes, Everyday Italian Lentil Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Everyday Italian Lentil Soup

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