Lentil Soup

This family-friendly lentil soup is made hearty and comforting thanks to spinach, tomatoes, and herbs. Quick and easy to prepare, it's the perfect weeknight meal.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 20 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
• Calories: 349 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 onion, chopped
• salt to taste
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 cups water
• 2 cups dry lentils
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• ½ cup spinach, rinsed and thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons vinegar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery; cook and stir until onion is tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, bay leaf, oregano, and basil; cook for 2 minutes.

Step 2

Stir in lentils, and add water and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until lentils are tender, at least 1 hour.

Step 3

When ready to serve, stir in spinach and cook until it wilts. Stir in vinegar and season with salt and pepper; taste and adjust as needed.