PRESSURE-COOKER GREEK-STYLE LENTIL SOUP

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This is a nice warming soup on a chilly day. Lentils are so good for you, too! -Mary Smith, Columbia, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups water
4 cups vegetable broth
2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup chopped fresh spinach
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Optional toppings: Chopped red onion, chopped parsley and lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Place water, broth, lentils, carrots, onion, celery, garlic and oregano in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure cook on high for 15 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure. , Stir in spinach, tomato sauce, olives, vinegar, salt and pepper. If desired, serve with red onion, parsley and lemon wedges. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LaLegende Bhs
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This soup was a huge disappointment. The lentils were mushy and the broth was tasteless. I will not be making this again.


Ashok Dhami
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I found this soup to be a bit bland. I had to add a lot of salt and pepper to make it taste good.


caydence Ely
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my soup didn't turn out as flavorful as I expected.


Dawit Tilahun
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Nimo Hakim
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lentils.


Numan gujjar
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day.


Kashan Khan
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover lentils.


Simion Ongori
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal.


Cheryl Richardson
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I made this soup for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The soup is hearty and flavorful, and the lentils are cooked perfectly.


JAMES SMITH EXALIEN
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This soup is delicious! I love the combination of lentils, vegetables, and spices. It's also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


lilly peck
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this soup. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the broth was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Yavin Bustos
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The soup is hearty and filling, and the flavors are spot-on. I will definitely be making this again.


Madylin Lee
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I was really impressed with this soup. It was so easy to make and it tasted delicious. I especially loved the addition of the lemon and dill. It really gave the soup a bright and fresh flavor.


Kashif masih
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This soup is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the broth is so flavorful. I love that I can make it in my pressure cooker, too. It's so easy and convenient.