LENTIL SPINACH SOUP

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I made this up when a restaurant that served something very similar closed. I usually use Cavender's Greek Seasoning Blend instead of salt.

Provided by Dixie_Amazon

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h21m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium onions, chopped
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces dried lentils
1 teaspoon lemon, zest of
1 tablespoon lemon juice
10 ounces frozen spinach
7 cups water or 7 cups stock

Steps:

  • Sautee onions and garlic in oil in 3 quart saucepan over med. heat until onions are tender. Stir in water (or stock), salt and lentils. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 1 hour. Stir in lemon peel, lemon juice and spinach. Cover and simmer until spinach is tender, about 5 minutes. A serving is about 1 1/4 cup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.6, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 76.1, Carbohydrate 43, Fiber 20.5, Sugar 4.1, Protein 18.1

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