MSU Extension Food & Health

Hearty Lentil Soup

March 29, 2022

University of Maine Cooperative Extension

A hearty and filling soup featuring lentils, a healthy source of protein.

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Ingredients

• 5 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1½ cups lentils (picked over and rinsed)
• 1 cup brown rice (uncooked)
• 2 15-oz. cans diced tomatoes with liquid
• 3 peeled and sliced carrots
• 1 large chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery (~2 large stalks)
• 2 large minced garlic cloves
• ½ teaspoon basil
• ½ teaspoon oregano
• ½ teaspoon thyme
• 1 tablespoon parsley
• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

In a large, heavy saucepan, combine the broth, water, lentils, rice, tomatoes and tomato liquid, carrots, onion, celery, garlic, basil, oregano, thyme, parsley, vinegar, salt and pepper.

Bring the soup to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer the soup for 45 to 55 minutes or until lentils are tender. Stir occasionally.

If necessary, thin the soup with additional hot broth or water.