High-Protein Lentil Soup
This is an easy and satisfying meal.Lentils lend themselves so well to modifying for just about any cuisine: Mexican, Italian, Mediterranean, so feel free to add your favorite spices.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- olive oil spray to coat the bottom of your pan
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup lentils, rinsed I used green but any work
- 5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- black pepper
Instructions
- Spray oil in a large pan on medium high heat and add the vegetables.
- Cook, stirring frequently for about 10 minutes until they are soft.
- Add tomato paste, lentils and broth. Add pepper or any other seasonings you are using. DO NOT add salt at this time.
- Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 45 - 60 minutes, stirring occassionally.
- If the soup becomes too thick add more broth 1/2 cup at a time.