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Mediterranean Lentil Soup Recipe

Inspired by The Olive Tree Mediterranean Grille

Time50m

Serves4

Vegan Mediterranean Lentil Soup served with Pita Chips.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

1 cup Green or brown lentils

2 tbs olive oil

1 medium Onion, chopped

1 medium Carrot, diced

2 stalks Celery, diced

3 cloves Garlic, minced

14 oz Diced tomatoes (canned)

4 cups Vegetable broth

2 cups Spinach, chopped

2 tbs ReaLemon lemon juice

1 tsp Ground cumin

1 tsp Watkins paprika

to taste Celtic sea salt

to taste white, green, and black pepper

4 pieces Pita bread

Method

Directions

1

Prepare the lentils

Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.

2

Sauté vegetables

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.

3

Add garlic and spices

Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, and paprika. Cook for another minute until fragrant.

4

Add lentils and broth

Add the rinsed lentils, diced tomatoes (with their juice), and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil.

5

Simmer the soup

Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

6

Add spinach and lemon

Stir in the chopped spinach and lemon juice. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

7

Season and serve

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with pita chips on the side.

8

Prepare pita chips (optional)

Cut pita bread into triangles, brush with olive oil, and bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 8-10 minutes until crispy.