Lentil And Brown Rice Soup Recipe

Name: Lentil And Brown Rice Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped; 1 whole Medium Garlic Clove, Minced; 3 whole Medium Carrots, Chopped; 4 stalks Celery, Chopped; 1/2 teaspoons Dried Basil; 1/2 teaspoons Dried Oregano; 1/2 teaspoons Dried Thyme; 8 cups Chicken Broth; 28 ounces, weight Can Of Crushed Tomatoes; 1-1/2 cup Dried Lentils, Rinsed; 1 cup Uncooked Brown Rice; 1 Tablespoon Vinegar (cider, Red Wine, Or Balsamic)

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped
1 whole Medium Garlic Clove, Minced
3 whole Medium Carrots, Chopped
4 stalks Celery, Chopped
1/2 teaspoons Dried Basil
1/2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
1/2 teaspoons Dried Thyme
8 cups Chicken Broth
28 ounces, weight Can Of Crushed Tomatoes
1-1/2 cup Dried Lentils, Rinsed
1 cup Uncooked Brown Rice
1 Tablespoon Vinegar (cider, Red Wine, Or Balsamic)

1
Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a Dutch oven. Add onions and saute for 5-7 minutes, until translucent and a bit golden. Add the garlic and saute for another 1-2 minutes.
2
Add carrots and celery; saute another 1-2 minutes. Add basil, oregano, and thyme and give everything a stir.
3
Add chicken broth, tomatoes, lentils, and rice (see note below). Bring soup to a boil, then turn down to a simmer. Cover and simmer for 30-45 minutes (depending on how long your lentils take to cook). Stir in vinegar at end if using.
4
Note: If you're in a hurry, omit the dried rice and instead stir in 3 cups of cooked rice (leftovers or Ready Rice) into the soup at the end.
5
Serve with crusty Italian bread. Yum! Serving size is about 1 cup.

1153

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

160

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped, 1 whole Medium Garlic Clove, Minced, 3 whole Medium Carrots, Chopped, and more.

Yes, Lentil And Brown Rice 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lentil And Brown Rice Soup

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