ITALIAN LENTIL SOUP

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I wanted to make something substantial involving lentils... and this was truly delicious and colorful. My steak-and- potatoes-lovin' husband thought it was great, and he didn't even complain that it didn't have actual meat in it. Garnish with grated Romano or Parmesan cheese and serve with a nice crusty homemade bread.

Provided by lmac

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into large chunks
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup dry lentils
4 cups water
2 (15 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
3 cubes chicken bouillon
1 bay leaf
½ cup small pasta
1 medium zucchini, cut into large chunks
1 medium yellow squash, cut into large chunks
1 teaspoon dried basil, or to taste
½ teaspoon dried oregano, or to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Saute carrots, celery, onion, and garlic until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, rinse lentils. Combine water, tomatoes, bouillon, and bay leaf in a large pot on medium heat. Add carrot mixture and lentils. Simmer for about 7 minutes. Add pasta and cook for 3 minutes. Add zucchini and squash; cook until tender but not mushy, about 5 minutes. Add basil, oregano, and pepper.
  • Remove soup from heat and let sit for 30 minutes, covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 14.1 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 894.6 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

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This soup is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


SAGOR SDS
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day.


Isham Pabro
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This soup is delicious! I love the combination of lentils and sausage.


Shahbaz Pardesi
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Frosting guy
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This soup is a great make-ahead meal. You can make it on the weekend and then reheat it during the week.


Pu Bg
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I love the addition of the Parmesan cheese in this soup. It adds a nice richness and creaminess.


Assir ghafar
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's also a great source of protein and fiber.


Sagar Kanxa
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this soup was surprisingly good. The sausage and kale add a lot of flavor.


Ahmad Tahir AD
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This soup is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover lentils.


Nithuka Nimsara
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I love the simplicity of this soup. It's made with a few simple ingredients, but it's packed with flavor.


Carlos Hernandez
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day. It's hearty and flavorful, and it's easy to make.


Nah Noh
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This soup is delicious! I love the smoky flavor of the sausage and the lentils are so tender. I'll definitely be making this soup again.


Kaya Horne
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add a little extra sausage and kale to make it even more hearty.


Myron Royston
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This soup was a hit with my family! It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. I'll definitely be making this soup again.


venetia mcneill
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This soup is amazing! I love the combination of lentils, sausage, and kale. It's so hearty and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this soup again and again.


Sheroz Sindhi
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this soup changed my mind. It's so flavorful and hearty. I love the addition of the sausage and kale.


hina rana
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can throw everything in the pot and let it simmer. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Leo-A
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I made this soup for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up. I'll definitely be making this soup again.


Mariatu Koroma
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This soup is fantastic! It's hearty, flavorful, and so easy to make. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.


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