Greek Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Greek Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb dried lentils; 1 large sweet onion, chopped; 6 garlic cloves, cleaned and finely chopped; 1/3 cup olive oil; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 3/4 cup carrot, thinly sliced; 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 3 tablespoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 4 quarts water

Servings: persons

1 lb dried lentils
1 large sweet onion, chopped
6 garlic cloves, cleaned and finely chopped
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup dry white wine
3/4 cup carrot, thinly sliced
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 teaspoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon sea salt
4 quarts water

1
Place the dried lentils in a large bowl. Sort through and remove any shriveled up lentils. Pour cold water over to cover lentils and let stand at least two hours. Pour off water and rinse.
2
Clean the garlic and thinly dice; chop the onion and thinly slice the carrots. Place the vegetables in a large stock pot with the olive oil and saute for 7 to 8 minutes.
3
Add the tomatoes and lentils.
4
Pour in water and add seasonings. Turn heat to medium high and bring to a rolling boil, stirring frequently. Cover and turn heat to medium low and cook for two hours, stirring occasionally.
5
Serve with a tossed green salad for a healthy, protein packed meal!

599

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 lb dried lentils, 1 large sweet onion, chopped, 6 garlic cloves, cleaned and finely chopped, 1/3 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Greek 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.

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Greek Lentil Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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