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Lentil Spinach Soup Recipe

A hearty and healthy lentil spinach soup.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup lentils rinsed
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups spinach fresh, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Instructions 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Add rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, and paprika. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until lentils are tender.
  6. Add chopped spinach and cook for another 5 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 5000IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 4mg

Keywords

Healthy, Soup, Vegetarian
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