Vegetarian Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups dried lentils; 7 cups water or 7 cups vegetable broth; 2 teaspoons salt; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups chopped onions; 3 stalks celery, with leaves; 2 medium carrots (sliced or diced); 1 teaspoon italian seasoning; fresh ground black pepper; 2 -3 medium tomatoes; dark balsamic vinegar; fresh basil leaf

Servings: persons

3 cups dried lentils
7 cups water or 7 cups vegetable broth
2 teaspoons salt
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chopped onions
3 stalks celery, with leaves
2 medium carrots (sliced or diced)
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
fresh ground black pepper
2 -3 medium tomatoes
dark balsamic vinegar
fresh basil leaf

1
In a large pot pour 7 cups water or vegetable broth; add the lentils and salt.
2
Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer; covered 20-30 minutes.
3
Add the vegetables, (except for the tomatoes), the herbs and black pepper.
4
Cover pot and allow to simmer another 20-30 minutes, stirring occasinally.
5
Heat a medium saucepan full of water to boiling.
6
Drop in the tomatoes for 10 seconds.
7
Remove from the water, peel off the skins, and squeeze out the seeds.
8
(You can also use a microwave to loosen the tomato skins if you wish.
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).
10
Chop the tomatoes and add to the soup.
11
Let soup cook another 5 minutes until heated through.
12
Adjust seasonings if necessary.
13
Serve hot with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and a few fresh basil leaves.

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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: 3 cups dried lentils, 7 cups water or 7 cups vegetable broth, 2 teaspoons salt, 4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian 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.

Vegetarian Lentil Soup

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