Lentil Soup With Red Yeast Rice Recipe

Name: Lentil Soup With Red Yeast Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup lentils; 2 beef bouillon cubes; 4 cups water; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1 small chopped onion; 1 -2 tablespoon of minced garlic; 2 carrots, sliced; 4 -5 sprigs fresh parsley; 1 cup red yeast rice; 2 cups water; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Rinse and then soak the lentils in enough water to cover for at least 20 minutes. Drain off and rinse.
2
Put lentils into a saucepan with water for cooking.
3
Add the other ingredients, except for the parsley, to the sauce pan.
4
Cook until the lentils are tender which takes about 30 minutes.
5
Cool and put into a blender to combine.
6
Add fresh parsley and blend.
7
Add water to taste.
8
Rinse rice and cook in a saucepan with 2 cups water for about 25 minutes.
9
Place a generous scoop of rice into a soup bowl and pour the lentil soup over it. Serve immediately.

455

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup lentils, 2 beef bouillon cubes, 4 cups water, 2 stalks celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Lentil Soup With Red Yeast Rice 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 Soup With Red Yeast Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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