Best Hearty Heatlthy Lentil Soup Recipes

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HEARTY LENTIL SOUP



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Served with biscuits and a salad, this soup is delicious on a chilly autumn evening. It's one of my family's favorite.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
6 cups water
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
3/4 cup dried lentils, rinsed
3/4 cup medium pearl barley
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup thinly sliced carrots
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute the celery, onion and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the water, tomatoes, lentils, barley, bouillon, oregano, rosemary and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until lentils and barley are almost tender., Add carrots; simmer for 15 minutes or until the carrots, lentils and barley are tender. Sprinkle each serving with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 643mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

LENTIL SOUP



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Hearty and healthy, this easy lentil soup recipe combines nutritious lentils, garden-fresh vegetables, and a slew of spices into a warm bowl of comforting goodness. This recipe first appeared in Season 10 of Good Eats.Photo by Lynne Calamia

Provided by Level Agency

Categories     Soups & Sandwiches

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 pound lentils, picked and rinsed
1 cup peeled and chopped tomatoes
2 quarts chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground toasted cumin
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground grains of paradise

Steps:

  • Place the olive oil into a large, 6-quart Dutch oven set over medium heat. Once hot, add the onion, carrot, celery, and salt, and sweat until the onions are translucent, 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the lentils, tomatoes, broth, coriander, cumin, and grains of paradise, and stir to combine.
  • Increase heat to high and bring just to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook at a low simmer until the lentils are tender, 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Using an immersion blender, puree to your preferred consistency. Serve immediately.

HEARTY HEATLTHY LENTIL SOUP



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This is very healthy low cal soup that will fill you and warm you on a cold day . Shredded chicken breast or spicy sausage are optional .

Provided by Hungry Dave

Categories     Lentil

Time 1h

Yield 12 Bowls, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

14 ounces green lentils
1 large onion
2 red peppers (or green or both )
4 carrots
3 stalks celery
3 -4 jalapeno peppers
2 cups corn (fresh or frozen )
5 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 cups chicken or 8 cups vegetable broth
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • 1 . Chop onion , carrots , celery and red peppers into 1/4 inches pieces . Cut jalapenos in half and remove seeds then mince with the garlic .
  • 2 . In a large sauce pan heat olive oil on medium heat . Add onion , carrots , celery , red peppers and jalapeno with garlic . Stir fry till slightly soft . Add the lentils , corn , broth , chili powder , cumin , oregano ,salt and pepper . Bring to a boil stirring often . Cover and reduce heat . Simmer till lentils are soft and vegetables tender , approx 40 minutes . Season to taste . For thicker soup , add a few cups to a blender or food processor .
  • 3 . Serve with French bread or baguette .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.4, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 134.4, Carbohydrate 31, Fiber 12.5, Sugar 4.5, Protein 10.3

HEARTY LENTIL SOUP I



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This is a cold day, stick-to-the-ribs type of soup. Serve with French bread and a good salad and you'll feel good. If, while making this soup you find it to be too thick, just add heavy cream or water to dilute.

Provided by ALMA-LOU

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

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups brown lentils
1 onion
2 carrots
3 leaves cabbage
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
salt to taste
1 lemon

Steps:

  • Place lentils, onion, carrots and cabbage leaves in a pressure cooker and cover with 1 1/2 inches of water and 4 tablespoons oil. Cook about 10 to 15 minutes and then cool until pressure reduces, then open.
  • In a food processor or blender, puree soup until smooth. Add cumin, black pepper, cinnamon, all spice, cloves and nutmeg. Transfer to a stock pot and return to heat. When soup is just beginning to boil, stir in onion soup mix. Simmer until thickened and then just before serving season to taste with lemon juice and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 16.5 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 325.4 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

HEARTY VEGETABLE LENTIL SOUP



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My mother has diabetes, so I often prepare this dish for her. I wanted a hearty soup that hits the spot on cold autumn nights, so I paired the lentils with turkey bacon and a handful of spices. -Nicole Hopping, Pinole, California.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 bacon strips, chopped
1 pound red potatoes (about 3 medium), chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
4 cups chicken stock

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon in pan. Add potatoes, carrots and onion; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until carrots and onion are tender. Add garlic and seasonings; cook 1 minute longer., Add lentils and stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 30-35 minutes or until lentils and potatoes are tender. Top each serving with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 708mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 17g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HEARTY ITALIAN LENTIL SOUP



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You can change the recipe to suit your tastes; use your favorite jarred sauce if you don't have any homemade, or use your own family's meatball recipe!

Provided by Kristin

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

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup lentils
1 ⅓ quarts water, divided
⅔ cup uncooked long grain white rice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound ground beef
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons Italian bread crumbs
salt, to taste
ground black pepper, to taste
1 quart tomato sauce
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Steps:

  • Place lentils in a pot with 3 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook 20 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
  • Bring rice and 1 1/3 cup water to boil in a pot. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. In a bowl, combine the ground beef, beaten egg, garlic, 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, parsley, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper. Form ground beef mixture into 1 inch balls. Place meatballs in skillet and cook 5 minutes or until evenly brown.
  • In a large pot, bring the tomato sauce and 4 cups water to a boil. Transfer the browned meatballs to the pot. Mix in cooked lentils and rice. Return to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 60.9 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 786.6 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

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