Fran Berman's Ginger and Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Fran Berman's Ginger and Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. brown lentils; 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 3 to 6 cloves garlic, chopped; 3 to 4 tbsp. fresh, peeled gingerroot, diced; grated; 3 to 4 carrots, peeled and diced; 3-2/3 cup water; 6 cups chicken; vegetable stock; Fine sea salt, to taste; Freshly ground pepper, to taste; Balsamic vinegar, to taste

Servings: persons

1 lb. brown lentils
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 to 6 cloves garlic, chopped
3 to 4 tbsp. fresh, peeled gingerroot, diced
grated
3 to 4 carrots, peeled and diced
3-2/3 cup water
6 cups chicken
vegetable stock
Fine sea salt, to taste
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
Balsamic vinegar, to taste

1
Put the lentils into a colander, rinse thoroughly under cool running water and set aside.
2
* In a 6 to 8-quart or larger heavy pot, warm the 2 tbsp.
3
olive oil over medium heat.
4
Add the chopped onion, garlic and ginger, and saute until transparent.
5
Add 2/3 cup of the water and the diced carrots, and simmer a minute.
6
Stir in the rinsed lentils.
7
Add the stock and remaining 3 cups of water.
8
** Partly cover and simmer over a low flame, stirring often, for 30 to 40 minutes, until the lentils are cooked and the soup has the consistency of porridge.
9
Remove from heat, and let cool briefly.
10
Stir in salt, pepper and dashes of balsamic vinegar to taste.

1004

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

129

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. brown lentils, 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, 1 onion, chopped, 3 to 6 cloves garlic, chopped, and more.

Yes, Fran Berman's Ginger and 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.

Fran Berman's Ginger and Lentil Soup

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