Green Lentil Soup Recipe
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 c. Green lentils
- 1 med Grated onion
- 3 1/2 ounce Extra virgin olive oil
- 10 ounce Can tomatoes, crushed
- 2 Tbsp. Tomato paste
- 3 Tbsp. Red vinegar
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 2 Tbsp. Minced Italian parsley
- 1/2 tsp Basil
- 3 x Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 x Bay leaves
Directions
- Soak lentils. Drain, rinse & add in salt. Set aside. With heat at medium, add in extra virgin olive oil to the pot & grated onion with parsley.
- Cook to a golden brown colour. Add in 4 litres of water & lentils. Bring to a boil.
- Add in bay leaves, garlic, basil, pepper, tomatoes & paste. Cook for 2 1/2 hrs, stirring every half an hour. Check the cooking lentils & ensure there is sufficient water.
- Before serving, add in red vinegar, mix well. Check seasonings.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 97g | |
| Recipe makes 8 servings | |
| Calories 218 | |
| Calories from Fat 113 | 52% |
| Total Fat 12.81g | 16% |
| Saturated Fat 1.78g | 7% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 230mg | 10% |
| Potassium 412mg | 12% |
| Total Carbs 19.56g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.5g | 28% |
| Sugars 1.55g | 1% |
| Protein 7.22g | 12% |
