Indulge in a hearty and flavorful culinary journey with our lentil soup recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic comfort food. From the traditional lentil soup with smoked ham, brimming with smoky and savory goodness, to the vegan lentil soup bursting with the vibrant flavors of vegetables and spices, our collection caters to diverse dietary preferences and taste buds. Discover the rich and creamy lentil soup with coconut milk, a harmonious blend of Thai-inspired flavors, or the rustic Tuscan lentil soup, brimming with the essence of sun-kissed tomatoes and herbs. For those seeking a quick and easy meal, the instant pot lentil soup promises a speedy yet satisfying experience. And if you're craving a smoky twist, the lentil soup with smoked sausage delivers a delightful symphony of smoky and savory flavors.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
LENTIL HAM SOUP
One of my family's go-to recipes for using leftover Christmas ham. Enjoy with crusty French bread.
Provided by Arielle Darling
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Pork Soup Recipes Ham Soup
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Stir chicken broth, water, carrots, celery, onion, lentils, garlic, and red wine vinegar together in a large stockpot; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook at a simmer until the carrots are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Stir ham, mustard, salt, and pepper into the soup; continue cooking until the lentils are tender, 20 to 30 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 16.1 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 693.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
INSTANT POT® LENTIL AND HAM SOUP
A delicious and hearty soup when you don't have all day. Just about one hour til yum! Thank you queendiva1 for a great base recipe!
Provided by nolteteam
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Pork Soup Recipes Ham Soup
Time 1h
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil and warm for a few minutes. Add onion and celery; saute for 2 minutes. Add carrots; saute for 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in ham, lentils, basil, oregano, and thyme. Add chicken broth, tomato sauce, and water. Stir in bay leaf.
- Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Remove lid carefully. Discard bay leaf. Stir salt, lemon juice, and pepper into the soup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 13.8 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1104 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
HAM AND LENTIL SOUP
This lentil soup with ham is a combination of two soup recipes I came across and adapted. I often serve it for Sunday dinner, making enough so there are leftovers for my husband's lunch thermos. A bricklayer, he regularly works outside during winter. -Andi Haug, Hendrum, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 2h15m
Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, bring ham bone and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours. , Remove ham bone. To broth, add the lentils, tomatoes, carrots, celery, onions and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until lentils and vegetables are tender, 30-40 minutes., Meanwhile, remove ham from bone; coarsely chop. Add the ham, sausage and parsley to soup; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 355mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
HAM HOCK AND LENTIL SOUP
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, over medium heat, add the oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions, celery, and carrots. Season with salt and pepper. Saute for 4 minutes. Add the garlic, bay leaves and thyme. Saute for 1 minute. Add the ham hocks and stock. Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook about 1 hour, or until the hocks are tender. Add the lentils and continue cook for 25 to 30 minutes or until the lentils are tender. Remove from the heat and stir in the parsley. Reseason with salt and pepper if needed. Remove the ham hocks and remove the meat. Add the ham back into the soup. Ladle the soup into individual serving bowls and serve with crusty bread.
LENTIL SOUP WITH SMOKED HAM
Categories Soup/Stew Pork Quick & Easy Lentil Fall Potluck Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 2 servings (can be doubled)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add ham, savory and mustard and stir until ham begins to brown, about 2 minutes. Add 3 cups broth and lentils and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover and simmer until lentils are tender, about 20 minutes. Add tomatoes with juices; simmer uncovered 2 minutes. Add more broth by 1/4 cupfuls to thin soup, if desired. Season with salt and pepper.
LENTIL SOUP WITH SMOKED HAM HOCK
Steps:
- Add the beef broth, chicken stock , dried thyme, black pepper, bay leaf , cayenne, and ham hock into a soup pot and bring to a simmer. Cover and simmer on low for 1 1/2 hours. Add the onions, celery, and carrots and simmer covered for another 30 minutes.
- Add the lentils and simmer covered for another 30 minutes. Remove cover and skim off any excess fat from the surface. Continue to simmer another 15 to 20 minutes uncovered, until the lentils are tender and the pork is falling off the bone. Taste for salt, adjust seasoning, and serve with chopped fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 kcal, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 963 mg, Sugar 9 g, Fat 4 g, ServingSize 6 bowls (6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CURRIED LENTIL SOUP WITH HAM
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories easy, lunch, appetizer
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Remove most of the fat from the ham and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
- Trim and scrape the carrots and cut them into 1/4-inch cubes.
- Pick over the lentils, wash them and drain into a colander.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the butter in a kettle or saucepan. Add the ham, carrots, onions, garlic and curry powder. Cook briefly over medium heat, stirring, until the onions are wilted.
- Add the lentils, 4 cups of the chicken broth, water, bay leaf, thyme and salt. Bring to a boil, and simmer for 24 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove one cup of the soup, with more lentils than liquid, and set aside. Discard the bay leaf and thyme sprigs.
- With a potato masher or wire whisk stir the soup briskly to mash the lentils, and return the soup to a boil. Add the remaining cup of chicken broth, the reserved lentils, the vinegar and the remaining butter. Check for seasoning and serve, sprinkled with the coriander.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 487, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 1485 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams
LENTIL-LIMA BEAN SOUP WITH SMOKED HAM
This is a twist on the traditional lentil soup, as it uses lima beans and smoked ham in addition to the lentils. It is from the R.S.V.P. section of a December 1985 issue of Bon Appetit magazine and was requested from The Buttercup Bakery in Berkeley, California. This recipe doubles or triples well and also freezes well.
Provided by Leslie in Texas
Categories Ham
Time 1h25m
Yield 1 quart
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine lima beans and enough cold water to cover in small saucepan.
- Simmer until beans are just tender, adding more water as necessary to keep beans covered, about 45 minutes.
- (Cooking times will vary depending on dryness of beans.).
- While limas are simmering, melt butter in large saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Add onions,celery tops,carrot top and garlic and cook until onion is soft, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
- Roughly puree onion mixture in food processor and return to saucepan.
- Add celery,carrot,stock,lentils,ham,bay leaf and pepper and simmer until lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.
- Add lima beans and cooking liquid to saucepan and simmer 10 minutes.
- Cool completely to allow flavors to mellow.
- Season to taste with salt, remove bay leaf and reheat soup gently before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1051.8, Fat 28, SaturatedFat 16.4, Cholesterol 61.1, Sodium 4043.9, Carbohydrate 142, Fiber 54.7, Sugar 19.3, Protein 61.8
Tips:
- Use a variety of lentils. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture.
- Don't overcook the lentils. They should be tender but still hold their shape.
- Add the smoked ham at the end of cooking. This will prevent it from becoming tough.
- Season the soup to taste. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good options.
- Garnish the soup with fresh herbs. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Lentil soup with smoked ham is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very affordable and easy-to-make soup. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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