Lentil Soup with Garlicky Vinaigrette

Lentil Soup with Garlicky Vinaigrette
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    6 hrs 10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    6 hrs 25 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    57

A hearty and wholesome lentil soup, elevated by a zesty garlicky vinaigrette that adds a bright, flavorful finish to every spoonful. Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal or a sophisticated starter.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    47 g
  • Cholesterol
    3 mg
  • Fiber
    21 g
  • Protein
    20 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    1102 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, celery, and carrots, along with the finely chopped garlic and kosher salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and lightly browned, approximately 8-10 minutes.

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Recipe View Transfer the sautéed vegetables to a slow cooker. Add the tomato sauce, rinsed lentils, water, chicken or vegetable broth, bay leaf, fresh thyme sprig, and 1 teaspoon of balsamic or sherry vinegar. Stir to combine.

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03 Step

Recipe View Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 6 hours, or on High for 3 hours, or until the lentils are tender and the soup has thickened slightly.

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04 Step

Recipe View While the soup is cooking, prepare the garlicky vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, balsamic or sherry vinegar, minced garlic, and salt until well combined.

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05 Step

Recipe View Once the soup is ready, taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprig before serving.

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Recipe View Ladle the lentil soup into bowls and drizzle generously with the garlicky vinaigrette. Serve immediately and enjoy!

For a vegetarian version, be sure to use vegetable broth.
A pinch of red pepper flakes can add a subtle kick.
This soup freezes well, making it great for meal prepping.
If you don't have a slow cooker, you can simmer the soup on the stovetop for about an hour, or until the lentils are tender.

Lester Beahan

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 19 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Kenna Okunevawest

    This soup is so flavorful and satisfying! The vinaigrette really takes it to the next level.

  • Vincenzo Mcglynn

    I made this for a potluck and everyone raved about it. It's become a new favorite recipe!

  • Gust Mayertromaguera

    Easy to follow instructions and the soup turned out perfectly. I added a squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness.

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