GREEK LENTIL SOUP
Greek Lentil Soup is a simple, healthy, delicious meatless main dish that is protein packed and full of essential vitamins and minerals! Low fat, low cholesterol, yet satisfying; nothing says comfort food better that a steaming pot of homemade Greek Lentil Soup! Try this for dinner!
Provided by Cleanfreshcuisine
Categories Low Protein
Time 2h20m
Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the dried lentils in a large bowl. Sort through and remove any shriveled up lentils. Pour cold water over to cover lentils and let stand at least two hours. Pour off water and rinse.
- Clean the garlic and thinly dice; chop the onion and thinly slice the carrots. Place the vegetables in a large stock pot with the olive oil and sauté for 7 to 8 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes and lentils.
- Pour in water and add seasonings. Turn heat to medium high and bring to a rolling boil, stirring frequently. Cover and turn heat to medium low and cook for two hours, stirring occasionally.
- Serve with a tossed green salad for a healthy, protein packed meal!
- Serves 6 to 8.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.8, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 324.4, Carbohydrate 43.5, Fiber 19.8, Sugar 5.4, Protein 16.2
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