Garlic Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Garlic Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup dry green lentils; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 cups chopped sweet onion; 6 bay leaves; 4 sprigs fresh rosemary (optional); 12 cloves garlic, sliced; 4-5 cups water; 2 tablespoons red wine or balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons tamari soy sauce, or to taste; Dash cayenne pepper or hot sauce, or to taste

Servings: persons

1 cup dry green lentils
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups chopped sweet onion
6 bay leaves
4 sprigs fresh rosemary (optional)
12 cloves garlic, sliced
4-5 cups water
2 tablespoons red wine or balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons tamari soy sauce, or to taste
Dash cayenne pepper or hot sauce, or to taste

1
Pick through the lentils to remove any dirt, stones, or damaged legumes, then wash and drain.
2
Set aside.
3
Heat the oil in a large, heavy kettle such as a cast-iron Dutch oven.
4
Add the onion, bay leaves, and rosemary, and saute over medium-low heat for 10 minutes.
5
Add the garlic and saute for 10 minutes more.
6
Place the lentils, water, and vinegar in the pot with the onions and garlic, and cover.
7
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 40 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
8
Add the tamari and simmer slowly, stirring occasionally, about 20-30 minutes more, or until the broth becomes rich and thick.
9
If it becomes too thick, add more water.
10
Before serving, add the cayenne pepper.
11
Enjoy with fresh whole-grain bread and a salad.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup dry green lentils, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 cups chopped sweet onion, 6 bay leaves, and more.

Yes, Garlic 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.

Garlic Lentil Soup

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