Lentil soup with green lentils
Description
Lentil soup made with water, meaning it's a fasting dish, is no less delicious than soup made with meat broth. Lentils contain a huge amount of plant-based protein, carbohydrates, and fiber, effectively satisfying the body. Soup made from this legume is very healthy. This recipe will come in handy for those who fast occasionally, as well as for vegetarians. Serve with fresh herbs and sour cream.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the ingredients for making green lentil soup.
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Step 2
Rinse the lentils well, transfer them to a saucepan, and cover with water. Place over heat and cook for 30-35 minutes, as green lentils take longer to cook than red or yellow ones.
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Step 3
Peel the potatoes, rinse, slice, and add to the pot with the lentils.
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Step 4
Peel and wash the carrots and onion, then finely chop. Place in a frying pan and add sunflower oil.
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Step 5
Sauté the vegetables over low heat until tender.
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Step 6
Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the pot with the lentils and potatoes.
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Step 7
Chop the tomatoes any way you like and add them to the pot. You can substitute the tomatoes with tomato paste. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
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Step 8
Simmer the soup over low heat for another 15-20 minutes until done. At the end of cooking, add the minced garlic to the pot.
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Step 9
The lentil soup is ready. Serve it at the dining table.