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Greek Lentil Soup

A quick, hearty lentil soup with carrots, potatoes, and fresh herbs. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
250
Protein
12g
Greek Lentil Soup
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried lentils
  • 1 medium carrot
  • 1 medium potato
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse the 1 cup lentils and chop the 1 carrot and 1 potato into small cubes.

  2. 2

    In a pot, heat the 2 tbsp olive oil over medium. Add the carrot and potato, cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the lentils and 4 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in the 1/4 cup chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • pot
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cups

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