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Lentils a la Italiana

A little lentil goes a long, long way. This lentil soup is a great choice for a light lunch, a scintillating side or a healthy snack. Can those other pre-packaged pottages.


Lentils a la Italiana

Ingredients

For 6 people

  • 3/4 cup(s) chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
  • 2 cup(s) vegetable broth
  • 3/4 cup(s) dried lentils, washed
  • 16 ounce(s) can diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh basil, or 1 tsp. dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon(s) dried oregano or 1 tbsp. chopped fresh oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) freshly ground pepper

Directions

In a heavy saucepan, sauté the onion and garlic in the olive oil for 5 minutes, until the onion is tender. Add the broth and lentils. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their liquid, 1/2-cup water, and the remaining ingredients; simmer over low heat, uncovered, for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water if the mixture becomes too dry.

Nutrition facts

  • Kcal: 76.02 kcal
  • Fibers (g): 2.49g
  • Sodium (mg): 475.96mg
  • Carbs: 10.62g
  • Fat: 2.45g
  • Saturated fat (g): 0.36g
  • Proteins: 2.72g