Lentil Soup
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Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
32
Low
Glycemic Load
15
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories265.7 kcal (13%)
Total Fat2.8 g (4%)
Carbs45.6 g (18%)
Sugars3.2 g (4%)
Protein16.6 g (33%)
Sodium129.1 mg (6%)
Fiber7.9 g (28%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
7 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Sort and rinse the lentils.
lentils1 lbStep 2
Add 7-8 cups of water to a pot and cover lentils (water will cover lentils by about an inch).
Step 3
Add bay leaves.
bay leaves2 Step 4
Bring to a simmer.
Step 5
Add onions, carrots, and garlic.
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carrots2 
garlic cloves5 Step 6
Simmer about 25 minutes or until lentils are mostly cooked.
Step 7
Add the tomato paste and stir.
tomato paste2 TbspStep 8
Cooked an additional 15-20 minutes or until lentils are cooked through and soft.
Step 9
Add salt and pepper to taste. Liberally mix in EVOO (at least a cup). Be brave with the olive oil. It adds body and flavor. Not adding enough may make the soup taste watery and bland.
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