Lentil Soup with Serrano Ham and Arugula Recipe

Name: Lentil Soup with Serrano Ham and Arugula
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups lentils; 8 cups very hot tap water; 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 2 medium onions, very finely chopped; 3 medium carrots, very thinly sliced; 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced; 5 garlic cloves, 4 thinly sliced and 1 minced; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; Crushed red pepper; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 ounces thinly sliced Serrano ham or prosciutto, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips; 1 bunch arugula (1/4 pound), thick stems discarded

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups lentils
8 cups very hot tap water
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium onions, very finely chopped
3 medium carrots, very thinly sliced
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
5 garlic cloves, 4 thinly sliced and 1 minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Crushed red pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 ounces thinly sliced Serrano ham or prosciutto, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips
1 bunch arugula (1/4 pound), thick stems discarded

1
In a large saucepan, cover the lentils with the water and bring to a boil.
2
Meanwhile, in a medium soup pot, heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil until shimmering.
3
Add the onions, carrots, celery and sliced garlic.
4
Cover and cook the vegetables over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until they are softened, 5 to 6 minutes.
5
Carefully add the lentils and the boiling water.
6
Add the tomato paste and 1/4 teaspoon of crushed red pepper to the soup and season with salt and black pepper.
7
Cook the soup over moderate heat until the lentils are tender, about 20 minutes.
8
Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil until shimmering.
9
Add the minced garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
10
Add the ham and a generous pinch of crushed red pepper to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds.
11
Add the arugula and cook just until wilted, 30 seconds longer.
12
Ladle the lentil soup into large bowls, garnish with the ham and arugula and serve.

475

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups lentils, 8 cups very hot tap water, 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 2 medium onions, very finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Lentil Soup with Serrano Ham and Arugula 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.

Lentil Soup with Serrano Ham and Arugula

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