SPLIT PEA AND LENTIL SOUP WITH VEGETABLES

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I got this recipe from a resturant owner in Napa it has virtually zero fat and tons of flavor. The best part is that it is very easy to make!!

Provided by ladybug929

Categories     Potato

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounces split peas
8 ounces lentils
1 1/2 cups carrots, cut into bite size pieces
2 stalks celery, cut into 1/2 inch slices
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, chopped
10 leaves fresh basil, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
3 small red potatoes, cut into half inch cubes
1 bunch Baby Spinach
1 (12 ounce) can V8 vegetable juice

Steps:

  • Rinse lentils and split peas well then add to boiling water and simmer until done, about 40 minutes keep checking water before this adding if water goes below beans, drain.
  • Heat olive oil in large pot, saute onions and garlic over medium heat until onions are clear about 5 minutes.
  • Add celery, carrots and 1 cup of water, simmer until al dente.
  • Add 4 cups water and cooked lentils and split peas.
  • Squeeze tomatoes, add juice and friut to pot.
  • Add v8 juice, salt, pepper, paprika, and basil to pot.
  • Bring to a boil reduce heat to simmer. Add potatoes and spinach, simmer until potatoes are done about 30 minutes, stirring at least every 10 minutes.
  • Garnish with parmasean cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.5, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 743.5, Carbohydrate 43.3, Fiber 13.7, Sugar 8.5, Protein 13.3

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