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

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
• ½ cup sliced carrots
• 1 cup sliced celery
• ¾ cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 (8 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped, or to taste
• 1 cup dry lentils, rinsed and drained

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.