French Lentil Soup

By ruthg

Serves 8-10 + vegan, gluten free

Nutrients Per Serving:
Calories 181
Fat 0.6 grams
Saturated Fat 0.1 grams
(2.7% of calories from fat)
Protein 10.0 grams
Carbohydrate 33.4 grams
Cholesterol 0 mgs
Fiber 11.1 grams

Ingredients

• 2 cups coarsely chopped onion
• 1 tbsp coarsely chopped garlic
• 2 cups thinly sliced cremini mushrooms
• 8 cups water or vegetable stock
• 1 1/2 cups French lentils, rinsed
• 2 cups cubed sweet potatoes
• 1 cup coarsely chopped celery
• 2 tbsp minced fresh rosemary
• 2 tsp minced fresh thyme
• 3 bay leaves
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp pepper
• 2 cups fresh tomatoes, cubed
• 1/4 cup red wine

Details

Servings 8
Adapted from drweil.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large soup pot, dry sauté (no oil) the onion and garlic on medium heat for about 2 minutes.

Add the sliced mushrooms and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes. Don't worry about the browning that starts on the bottom of the pan; this will enhance the rich flavor of the soup.

Add the water or stock, lentils, sweet potatoes, celery and remaining herbs and spices. Bring to a gentle boil, and cover and reduce heat to simmer for 30 minutes.

Add the fresh tomatoes and red wine and simmer for another couple minutes before serving.