Best 4 Mias Lentil Soup Recipes

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Feast your senses on Mia's Lentil Soup, a culinary symphony that harmonizes the earthy goodness of lentils with a vibrant chorus of flavors. This hearty and wholesome soup is a symphony of textures, a dance of spices, and a celebration of simple, nourishing ingredients. With three variations to tantalize your taste buds – the classic, the vegan, and the slow cooker version – Mia's Lentil Soup promises a culinary adventure like no other. Dive into the classic recipe, where lentils simmer in a rich broth infused with aromatic vegetables, herbs, and a touch of spice. Discover the vegan rendition, a symphony of plant-based flavors where lentils, vegetables, and a creamy coconut milk broth create a luscious, satisfying meal. And for those who relish the convenience of slow cooking, the slow cooker version offers a hands-off approach, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen while you attend to life's other adventures. No matter your dietary preferences or time constraints, Mia's Lentil Soup is an invitation to savor a nourishing and delicious culinary creation.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LENTIL SOUP



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Giada De Laurentiis' easy Lentil Soup from Everyday Italian on Food Network is a perfect meal: fast, nutritious and delicious.

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1 medium onion, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 pound lentils (approximately 1 1/4 cups)
11 cups low-salt chicken broth
4 to 6 fresh thyme sprigs
2/3 cup dried elbow pasta
1 cup shredded Parmesan

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a heavy large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Add the garlic, salt, and pepper and saute until all the vegetables are tender, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their juices. Simmer until the juices evaporate a little and the tomatoes break down, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Add the lentils and mix to coat. Add the broth and stir. Add the thyme sprigs. Bring to a boil over high heat. Cover and simmer over low heat until the lentils are almost tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Stir in the pasta. Simmer until the pasta is tender but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls. Sprinkle with the Parmesan, drizzle with olive oil, and serve.

MIA'S LENTIL SOUP



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This is my version of German lentil soup. Depending on the lentils you use, the cooking time is something between 20 and 45 minutes. I don't soak the dried lentils overnight but just wash them and then boil them in the soup. Also I don't use normal bacon but turkey bacon. If you get beef shank for the meat, that's the perfect cut to prepare the stock, but other cuts suitable for stock are just as good. You can make the stock ahead the day before making the lentil,soup.

Provided by Mia in Germany

Categories     Lentil

Time 3h30m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb beef, for stock
4 carrots
3 parsnips
2 onions
1 tablespoon salt
2 quarts water
2 medium potatoes
3 ounces bacon
7 ounces lentils, dried
4 allspice berries
4 black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
Braggs liquid aminos, to taste
1 bunch parsley, for garnish
4 frankfurters

Steps:

  • Quarter one of the onions, cube 3 carrots and 2 parsnips into 1/2 inch cubes.
  • In a large stock pot, bring 2 quarts water, beef, salt, quartered onions and cubed carrots and parsnips, bay leaves, allspice berries and peppercorns to a slow boil.
  • Boil until meat falls apart, about 2 hours.
  • If it's not enough water, add some more water.
  • Get meat, spices and vegetables out, discard the vegetables and reserve the meat.
  • Finely chop the bacon and second onion and fry in a skillet until onions are slightly browned and bacon is crisp. Set aside.
  • Add lentils to stock, bring to a boil. Meanwhile, cube remaining carrot and parsnip into 1/2 inch cubes. Depending on how long the lentils need to boil (20 to 45 minutes), add the vegetables 20 minutes before lentils are done.
  • Cube potatoes (about 1/2 inch thick) and add 15 minutes before end of cooking time.
  • Cube the beef, add 10 minutes before end of cooking time along with the fried onion and bacon.
  • Chop frankfurter and add, boil five more minutes.
  • Season to taste with additional salt, pepper and / or Bragg's Liquid Aminos.
  • Chop parsley and sprinkle over soup before serving.

THE BEST LENTIL SOUP



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Brown lentils are the star of this dish. To boost flavor, we used a classic mirepoix-onion, celery and carrot - as well as thyme, bay and oregano for an herby finish. We found the fresh lemon juice and parsley at the end brightened up the soup and added a nice pop of color.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons olive oil
3 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 medium onion, diced
1 large celery stalk (about 2 ounces), cut into 1/4-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 large clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups dried brown lentils
4 cups vegetable stock
7 sprigs thyme, leaves stripped (about 1 teaspoon leaves)
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon lemon zest, plus the juice of 1/2 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, plus more for garnish, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large heavy-bottom pot over medium-high heat. Add the carrot, onion, celery and 1 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are starting to caramelize and take on a dark brown color, 8 to 10 minutes (this step is important as it will add tons of flavor to your soup!).
  • Stir in the tomato paste and garlic and cook, scraping up the brown bits, until the garlic is fragrant and slightly softened, 1 to 2 minutes. Add in the lentils, stock, 4 cups water, thyme, bay leaf, oregano, red pepper flakes, lemon zest, 2 teaspoons salt and a generous amount of black pepper and stir to combine. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook until the lentils are softened with just a bit of bite, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Remove the bay leaf. Puree 2 1/2 cups of the soup in a blender until smooth then stir back into the pot. Stir in the lemon juice and parsley. Ladle into bowls and garnish with more parsley.

15-MINUTE LENTIL SOUP



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This is a fast, hearty soup for dinner; vegetarians can use vegetable broth.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
14.5 ounces low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
3/4 cup cooked lentils (from a 15-ounce can), rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium. Add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic; season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion softens, 3 to 5 minutes. Add broth; bring to a boil and cook 5 minutes. Add lentils and cook until soup thickens slightly, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in vinegar and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 16 g, Protein 19 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of lentils. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Sauté the vegetables before adding them to the soup. This will help to bring out their flavor and sweetness.
  • Add a bay leaf or two to the soup. This will give it a subtle, warm flavor.
  • Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices as desired.
  • Serve the soup with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream. This will add a creamy, tangy flavor to the soup.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley. This will add a pop of color and flavor to the soup.

Conclusion:

Mía's Lentil Soup is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very versatile soup, so you can easily customize it to your liking. Whether you are a vegetarian or a meat-eater, this soup is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy soup recipe, give Mía's Lentil Soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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