LENTIL TOMATO SOUP
I'm a firm believer in eating foods that symbolize good luck and expanding fortune at the beginning of the year. Usually I stick with my black-eyed peas salad. But I've always been curious about how people in other countries usher in the New Year. Lentils and raisins are present on Italian tables because they resemble coins and swell when cooked. They're usually accompanied by pork, a symbol of prosperity and abundance. This is an easy, robust vegetarian soup that tastes almost meaty. The rosemary in the bouquet garni contributes a savory, earthy flavor.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, one pot, soups and stews, appetizer, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a heavy soup pot or Dutch oven, and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, carrot and celery, and a generous pinch of salt, and continue to cook for another 5 minutes until tender. Add the tomatoes and bouquet garni, and cook, stirring often, until the tomatoes have cooked down somewhat and smell fragrant, about 10 minutes. Add the lentils, water and salt to taste. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer gently one hour. Taste and adjust seasonings. Remove the bouquet garni, and stir in the parsley. Serve, garnishing each bowl with Parmesan or Gruyère.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 240, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1172 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
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Tanweer Soleman
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.
Jesse Irungu
[email protected]I love that this soup is so healthy. It's packed with protein and fiber.
Abdulrahman altairi
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting.
Loly games
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new soup recipes. This lentil tomato soup is a great addition to my recipe repertoire.
jane nyambura
[email protected]This soup is a great base recipe. I like to add different vegetables and spices to make it my own.
Caroline Matos
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup turned out too watery. I had to simmer it for an extra 30 minutes to thicken it up.
N9ne Nation
[email protected]This soup is a bit bland for my taste. I had to add some extra salt and pepper to make it more flavorful.
Mumtaz asad
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I loved this soup! The tomatoes and spices really balanced out the flavor of the lentils.
Simon nkosi
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I always have a bag of lentils in my pantry, and this soup is a great way to use them up.
Ali Mannion
[email protected]I love that this soup is so versatile. I can add different vegetables or spices to change up the flavor. It's always delicious.
ubaid ullah mmd
[email protected]This is my go-to soup recipe when I'm feeling under the weather. It's so easy to make and it always makes me feel better.
Shahzad King
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Abid Shaheen
[email protected]This soup is amazing! I love the combination of lentils and tomatoes. It's so flavorful and comforting.
Mourad Sheriff
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always perfect. The flavors are so rich and satisfying, and it's so hearty and filling. I love that it's also a healthy and nutritious soup. It's a great way to get my daily dose of vegetables.
Zawar Awan
[email protected]This lentil tomato soup is a lifesaver! I'm a busy mom of three and I don't always have time to cook elaborate meals. This soup is so quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use pantry staples to make it, and i