Mediterranean Diet Lentil Soup Recipe

Smoky Lentil Soup: Slow carb or Mediterranean Farm …

WEBFeb 25, 2024 · An easy soup made with red lentils that can be vegetarian or slow carb or Pesco Mediterranean. Ideas for adding a smoky flavor …

1. In a dutch oven, large skillet, or large pot, heat olive oli. Add chopped onions and saute over med-high heat for 5 min or until translucent. Add garlic, thyme and paprika and saute briefly, for about 30 seconds.
2. Add lentils, broth and salt to the pot and bring to a boil. Once it comes to a boil, turn heat to medium-low and simmer for about 20 min., stirring occasionally. Add the tomatoes and simmer another 20 minutes or until lentils are softened to your preference (they can be al dente or mushy)
3. Add spinach and stir until spinach is wilted. Taste and season with more salt and pepper if needed. Add any of the optional ingredients (see article above) and bring up to serving temperature over medium heat.

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Mediterranean Lentil Soup Downshiftology

WEBMay 23, 2024 · This lentil soup is hearty, healthy, and loaded with fire roasted tomatoes, easy vegetables, and delicious Mediterranean flavors!

1. Heat the oil in a large pot until it shimmers. Add the onion, celery, and carrot and stir for 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.
2. Add the tomato paste, minced garlic, dried spices, salt and pepper. Stir and toast the spices for 2 minutes.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, broth, and lentils and stir together. Bring that to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, partially cover with a lid, and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
4. You can keep the soup chunky, or use an immersion blender to create a more creamy texture, by spot blending for just a few seconds.

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