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lentejas (Lentil) Soup

lentejas
Cooking Method
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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Total Time: 1 hr
Servings 6
Calories 250
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Description

lentejas

Savor a warming bowl of Lentejas soup, brimming with healthy lentils, fresh vegetables, and flavorful spices. Perfect for a wholesome meal. Try this simple recipe now!


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Large pot or Dutch oven

Wooden spoon or spatula

Chef's knife

Cutting board

Measuring cups and spoons

Ladle

Immersion blender (optional, for a smoother texture)


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Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups dried lentils, rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
    1. Prepare the base: Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Sauté the diced onion, garlic, carrot, and celery for 5-7 minutes until softened.
    2. Add seasonings: Mix in the ground cumin, paprika, and bay leaf. Cook for an additional minute until aromatic.
    3. Incorporate lentils and liquids: Add the rinsed lentils, potato, tomato, broth, and water. Stir everything together.
    4. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until the lentils and vegetables are tender.
    5. Season to taste: Season with salt and pepper to your preference. Remove the bay leaf.
    6. Serve: Spoon the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro, and enjoy hot.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 250kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Sodium 450mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
Dietary Fiber 12g48%
Sugars 5g
Protein 13g26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Tips:

  • Boost nutrition: Toss in chopped spinach or kale during the last 5 minutes of cooking for extra nutrients.
  • Add protein: For more protein, try adding cooked sausage or bacon to the soup.
  • Change the texture: If you like a creamier texture, partially blend the soup with an immersion blender.

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Nour Nouri
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Hi ! I am Nour Nouri!

 I share with you my experience in preparing various delicious meals that have always been well received in the environment in which I live, Western and Asian cuisine and other diverse dishes. Which I think you will like.