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Italian Lentil Soup

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A rustic and comforting Italian Lentil Soup made with tender lentils, sweet carrots, savory tomatoes, and fresh greens, simmered together with herbs and olive oil for a hearty, nourishing bowl of warmth.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 (14-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups dried brown or green lentils
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Grated parmesan cheese, optional for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, lentils, vegetable broth, bay leaf, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 30–35 minutes.
  5. Remove bay leaf, taste, and adjust seasoning.
  6. Stir in spinach until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  7. Ladle into bowls, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with parsley and parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • Add a parmesan rind to the pot while simmering for extra flavor.
  • For a thicker soup, blend half the mixture and stir it back in.
  • A squeeze of lemon before serving brightens the flavors.

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Keywords: italian lentil soup, hearty lentil soup, vegetarian soup, lentils with vegetables, italian comfort food

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