Ann's Lentil Soup Recipe

Warm up with this hearty and flavorful lentil soup! Packed with protein-rich lentils, vibrant spinach, and a zesty pesto kick, this recipe is both satisfying and surprisingly easy to make. Customize it to your liking – it's incredibly flexible, allowing for ingredient substitutions and adjustments to suit your taste. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a healthy lunch.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 123.8 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ann's Lentil Soup

  • 1 cup lentils
  • 0 Crushed Tomatoes
  • 0 Tomato Sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup pesto sauce
  • 5 ounces baby spinach
  • 0 Fresh Parsley
  • 0 Carrot
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 0 Celery
  • 0 Red Wine Vinegar
  • 0 Italian Spices
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0 Cooked Pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • squeeze of lemon juice
  • crusty bread

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How to Make Ann's Lentil Soup

  1. Sauté 1 chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic in 2 tablespoons olive oil for 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add 1 cup brown or green lentils, 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to a large pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
  3. Stir in 5 ounces baby spinach and 1/4 cup pesto. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until spinach is wilted.
  4. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or a squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness.
  5. Serve hot with a dollop of extra pesto or a crusty bread for dipping (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

0g

Carbs

7g