Hearty Greek Lentil Soup

Hearty Greek Lentil Soup

This hearty Greek-inspired lentil soup is chunky with potatoes and carrots and filled with Mediterranean flavors like tomatoes and parsley.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
55 mins
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Calories
165 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Place lentils in a pot with water to cover; bring to a boil. Drain, reserving water.
Step 2
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute. Add celery and carrots; cook and stir until slightly tender, about 5 minutes. Add the partially cooked lentils, potatoes, tomatoes, parsley, vinegar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper; cover with water and bring soup to a boil.
Step 3
Reduce heat to low; partially cover and let simmer until liquid is almost gone, 35 to 45 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 cup sliced celery
  • 1 (8 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped, or to taste
  • 1 cup dry lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 0.5 cup sliced carrots
  • 0.75 cup chopped fresh parsley

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