Simple French Lentil Soup (Vegetarian)
Cozy, and warming, my Vegetarian French Lentil Soup comes together in one pot, on the stovetop, in about 50 minutes and makes a satisfying dinner any night of the week. Green French lentils (de puy lentils) simmer with onions, carrots, celery, potatoes, and garlic for a rich, flavorful broth. A little tomato paste adds depth, while Swiss chard or kale is optional if you like a leafy finish. This recipe is vegetarian and vegan. *note there is some prep and cook time overlap, so while the veggies are working or lentils are cooking, other ingredients can be prepped.
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In a 7 quart Dutch oven or large soup pot, heat the oil on medium until it shimmers. Add the onions, carrot, celery and salt. Sweat for about 8 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally or until the vegetables soften slightly.
Stir in the garlic and tomato paste. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring to coat the veggies and cook the paste. Add the Italian seasonings, black pepper, lentils, potatoes, veggie broth and bay leaves. Stir. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium, lid and simmer for 25 minutes or until the lentils and potatoes are tender.
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I made this last night and it was delicious! Thank you. I didn’t have any celery but substituted for some yakons (we live in Devon in a Forest Garden and had just dug them up and washed them and was wondering what I might do with them -!!- they worked well 😉) Great to have lots left over for a few more meals. I don’t write often but I really appreciate your recipes xx
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