Best 6 Mexican Lentil Soup With Bacon Recipes

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Indulge in a hearty and flavorful Mexican Lentil Soup with Bacon, a delectable dish that combines the best of Mexican flavors with the goodness of lentils and the smokiness of bacon. This recipe article offers two variations – a classic stovetop version and an easy Instant Pot adaptation – to cater to your cooking preferences. Both methods yield a rich and satisfying soup, packed with tender lentils, a medley of vegetables, and a fragrant broth infused with Mexican spices. Enjoy this comforting soup as a delightful addition to your lunch or dinner menu, perfect for any occasion.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LENTIL SOUP



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Your family will love this easy lentil soup so much, they'll be asking for a second serving! At home, my husband loves soups, and this lentil soup is one of his favorites (along with Chorizo Lentil Soup). It uses just a few simple main ingredients, but the end result is full of flavor!

Provided by Mely Martínez

Categories     Soups

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Tablespoons of olive oil
2/3 cups white onion (finely chopped)
1 large garlic clove (minced)
1½ cup of celery (finely cut (2 large stalks))
2/3 cups carrots (diced)
½ lb. Lentils (about 1-1/8 cup (well washed and rinsed))
6 cups of chicken broth*
2 sprigs of parsley (finely chopped)
Salt and pepper to taste.
Lime wedges to serve

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan and sauté the onions and garlic for 5 minutes over a medium heat.
  • Add the celery and carrots and cook for 10 minutes at a lower temperature.
  • Stir in the drained lentils, 6 cups of chicken broth, and the parsley. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to simmer. Cook for 25-30 minutes. Season the soup with salt and pepper. Remember, cooking time will depend on the lentil variitu you use for this recipe.
  • Serve your Lentil Soup in small bowls, add a few drops of lime juice, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bowl, Calories 245 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Sodium 1198 mg, Fiber 12 g, Sugar 3 g

HEARTY LENTIL SOUP WITH BACON AND HERBS



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Pork     Vegetable     Low Fat     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Lentil     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1 slice bacon, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
7 cups (or more) canned low-salt chicken broth
2 cups dried lentils (about 12 1/2 ounces)
2 large fresh thyme sprigs or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions

Steps:

  • Combine onion, celery, carrot, bacon and garlic in heavy Dutch oven. Stir over medium-high heat 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook until vegetables are tender, about 7 minutes. Uncover; add 7 cups broth, lentils, thyme and bay leaf and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes. Discard thyme sprigs and bay leaf.
  • Transfer half of soup to processor; cool slightly. Puree until smooth. Return puree to Dutch oven. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Bring soup to simmer, thinning with more broth, if desired. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Combine parsley and chives in small bowl. Ladle soup into bowls. Sprinkle parsley mixture over and serve.

SLOW COOKER LENTIL SOUP WITH BACON



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This recipe is so cheap and so basic it will please anyone's empty belly, great for the cold, wet winters (even dry ones), and smells so delectable while cooking. Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your own liking. Serve with corn bread.

Provided by Jen Vanleeuwen

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 5h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package dry lentils
6 cups water, or as needed
1 bay leaf
1 onion, chopped
½ (16 ounce) package bacon, chopped, or more to taste
garlic powder

Steps:

  • Rinse lentils well under cold running water. Drain and transfer to a slow cooker. Pour in water until water level is twice as high as lentils. Add bay leaf and set slow cooker to High.
  • Meanwhile, heat onion and bacon in a skillet over medium heat. Cook until bacon is crispy, 5 to 10 minutes. Season with garlic powder and transfer bacon-onion mixture to the slow cooker.
  • Cook on High until lentils are tender, about 5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 17.6 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 223.5 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SOPA DE LENTEJAS (ANDALUCIAN LENTIL SOUP)



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This is a great soup to have during cold winter months, although it's wonderful anytime of year! It's loaded with fresh veggies and has a hearty flavor anyone will enjoy! Add additional root veggies like carrots if you like.

Provided by Vanessa Moore

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 9h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ¼ cups dry brown lentils, soaked overnight and drained
2 slices bacon, chopped
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
2 links Spanish chorizo sausage, casing removed, chopped
1 bay leaf
2 cups water, or as needed
2 potatoes, peeled and cubed

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook the bacon just until it starts to brown a bit, 5 to 8 minutes. Add the olive oil, onion, and bell pepper; cook and stir until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic, tomatoes, sausage, and bay leaf; cook about 4 minutes. Add lentils and water (water should be about an inch deeper than the level of the lentils). Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, until lentils are just cooked, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Put the potatoes into the soup and continue simmering until potatoes are cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 17.3 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 10.4 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 255.6 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

LENTIL SOUP WITH BACON



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Make and share this Lentil Soup With Bacon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Lentil

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 slices bacon, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
1 1/2 cups dry green lentils, rinsed
6 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, brown the bacon. Remove the bacon and set aside.
  • Add onion and carrots, cook 5 minutes.
  • Add lentils, chicken broth and bay leaf.
  • Let simmer 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Add the bacon, cumin and parsley.

LENTIL, BACON AND BEAN SOUP



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This quick soup feels extra cozy with lots of lentils and a touch of smoky, bacony goodness. You might want to cook up extra-I think it's even better the next day! -Janie Zirbser, Mullica Hill, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 bacon strips, chopped
6 medium carrots, chopped
2 small onions, diced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
5 cups chicken stock
1 cup dry white wine or additional chicken stock
2 cans (15 to 16 ounces each) butter beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (15 ounces each ) lentils, rinsed and drained
Fresh thyme sprigs, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Cook and stir carrots and onions in bacon drippings until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Add tomato paste, garlic, thyme and pepper; cook 1 minute longer., Add stock and wine; increase heat to medium-high. Cook 2 minutes, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in butter beans, lentils and bacon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 5 minutes. Uncover; continue simmering until vegetables are tender, 15-20 minutes. Garnish with thyme sprigs if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 672mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 13g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To make the soup vegetarian, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • For a spicier soup, add 1-2 teaspoons of chili powder or cayenne pepper. You can also add a chopped jalapeño pepper for an extra kick.
  • To make the soup thicker, mash some of the lentils before adding them to the soup. You can also add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the soup.
  • Serve the soup with toppings such as sour cream, shredded cheese, diced avocado, or tortilla chips.

Conclusion:

This Mexican lentil soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. If you are looking for a hearty, flavorful, and healthy soup, then this Mexican lentil soup is the perfect recipe for you.

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