Lentil Soup
This wholesome lentil soup is simple yet satisfying. Using vegetable broth makes it a delicious vegetarian option.
- 10 Servings
- $3.00 - $5.99
Lentil Soup
This wholesome lentil soup is simple yet satisfying. Using vegetable broth makes it a delicious vegetarian option.
- 10 Servings
- $3.00 - $5.99
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking oil
- 1 large red, yellow, or white onion
- 3 carrots
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 cups lentils
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 8 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Steps
1
Wash hands with soap and water.
2
Sauté onions, carrots, red pepper flakes, and garlic in oil until soft.
3
Add tomatoes, bay leaf, salt, and pepper and stir well.
4
Add rinsed lentils and broth and simmer until lentils are soft, about 30 minutes. Keep checking lentils until they are done.
5
Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
Ingredients
Serving Size: 1 serving
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Calories | 200 |
| Total Fat | 4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
| Linoleic Acid | 0 g |
| α-Linolenic Acid | 0.1 g |
| Omega 3 - EPA | 0 mg |
| Omega 3 - DHA | 0 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 29 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 10 g |
| Total Sugars | 5 g |
| Added Sugars included | 0 g |
| Protein | 14 g |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium | 53 mg |
| Potassium | 724 mg |
| Sodium | 353 mg |
| Copper | 409 mcg |
| Iron | 4 mg |
| Magnesium | 49 mg |
| Phosphorus | 270 mg |
| Selenium | 4 mcg |
| Zinc | 2 mg |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A | 162 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin C | 9 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1 mg |
| Vitamin K | 8 mcg |
| Folate | 204 mcg DFE |
| Thiamin | 0.4 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 mg |
| Niacin | 4 mg |
| Choline | 46 mg |
Source:
- Bronson Wellness Center, Adapted from Easy Lentil Soup
- Bronson Healthcare - Michigan