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Lentil soup in a white bowl. On the right there are two peices of fresh baked bread and further up a jar with bay leaves that are also spread on the backdrop

Vegetarian Lentil Soup Recipe

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A whole-hearty bowl of comfort food made with Lentil and vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 3 carrots cubed
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • ½ tbsp tomato paste
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 tomatoe can - crushed - diced or fresh tomatoes
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a large pot and add the cubed carrots, onion, and garlic cloves. Stir for a few minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste.
  • Gradually combine the ingredients and cook for a few minutes.
  • Add in the canned or fresh tomatoes, oregano, and bay leaves. Cook on low heat , and until the soup has slightly thickened.
  • Serve in your favorite bowl with fresh bread, feta cheese, and greek olives.
Keyword legume, lentil, soups