Hearty Lentil Soup
- SERVES
- 8
- COOK TIME
- 55 Min
Low in fat and high in nutrition, lentils are always a super choice for anyone who has diabetes. Our Hearty Lentil Soup is so filling, you can enjoy it as a main dish soup or certainly have a cup as a starter for the rest of your meal.
What You'll Need
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 cup chopped red or green bell pepper
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup dried brown lentils, rinsed, drained
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 cup water
- 3 cup low sodium beef broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
What to Do
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Coat a large soup pot with cooking spray. Over medium heat, cook onion, bell pepper, celery, and carrots until tender, about 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the remaining ingredients, mix well, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 50 to 60 minutes, or until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally.