Lentil Soup

This lentil soup made with dried lentils is full of flavor thanks to hearty greens, tomatoes, and herbs for a hearty and comforting meal.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 50 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 349 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 onion, chopped
• salt to taste
• 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
• 2 tablespoons vinegar
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 0.5 cup spinach, rinsed and thinly sliced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Gather the ingredients.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Stir in garlic, bay leaf, oregano, and basil; cook for 2 minutes.

Step 4

When ready to serve, stir in spinach and cook until it wilts.

Step 5

Stir in vinegar and season with salt and pepper; taste and adjust as needed.

Step 6

Serve hot and enjoy!

Step 7

Stir in lentils, and add water and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until lentils are tender, about 40 minutes.