Palate Pleaser's Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Palate Pleaser's Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups chicken broth (I like to use stock); 4 cups water; 3 cups dried lentils; 2 cups tomatoes, chopped; 1 cup onion, chopped; 1 cup celery, chopped; 1 cup carrot, scraped and chopped; 3 tablespoons garlic, chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar; ¼ teaspoon dried whole oregano; ¼ teaspoon ground sage; ¼ teaspoon pepper; ⅛ teaspoon ground red pepper

Servings: persons

5 cups chicken broth (I like to use stock)
4 cups water
3 cups dried lentils
2 cups tomatoes, chopped
1 cup onion, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1 cup carrot, scraped and chopped
3 tablespoons garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
¼ teaspoon dried whole oregano
¼ teaspoon ground sage
¼ teaspoon pepper
⅛ teaspoon ground red pepper

1
Combine broth, water, lentils and tomato in a large Dutch Oven; stir well.
2
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
3
Saute onion, celery, carrot, and garlic in oil in a large skillet until the vegetables are tender.
4
Add the sauteed vegetables to the lentil mixture.
5
Stir well.
6
Add tomato paste and remaining ingredients, stirring well.
7
Bring to a boil.
8
Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
9
Ladle soup into individual soup bowls.

820

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

110

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups chicken broth (I like to use stock), 4 cups water, 3 cups dried lentils, 2 cups tomatoes, chopped, and more.

Yes, Palate Pleaser's 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Palate Pleaser's Lentil Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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