Red Lentil Soup With Mint And Beet Greens Recipe

Name: Red Lentil Soup With Mint And Beet Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; a dozen or so mint leaves, chopped; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon coriander; beet greens, removed from one bunch of beets (use the beets for something else), cleaned and sliced; 1 small tomato, chopped; 1 cup red lentils; 1/3 cup bulgur wheat; 1 egg, lightly beaten; extra mint, for garnish, optional

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
a dozen or so mint leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coriander
beet greens, removed from one bunch of beets (use the beets for something else), cleaned and sliced
1 small tomato, chopped
1 cup red lentils
1/3 cup bulgur wheat
1 egg, lightly beaten
extra mint, for garnish, optional

1
Heat the oil in a medium soup pot. Add the onion and saute for a few minutes, till translucent. Add the garlic and celery and cook for a few minutes longer, stirring frequently.
2
Now, add the mint, salt, and coriander. Mix well and cook for another minute or two.
3
Add the beet greens and cook for a few minutes till they are softened and heated through.
4
Add the lentils, bulgur and about 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil and reduce to a very gentle simmer. Simmer for 30 minutes, adding water as needed if it seems too thick.
5
After the 1/2 hour of cooking, add the tomato and cook for about 10 minutes longer.
6
Immediately before serving, whisk in the egg. Serve, garnished with mint if desired.

150

kcal

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 onion, chopped, 4 cloves garlic, chopped, 2 stalks celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Red Lentil Soup With Mint And Beet Greens 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!

Red Lentil Soup With Mint And Beet Greens

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Variations & substitutions

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