French Green Lentil Soup
A delicious lentil soup that Larry’s sisters Laurie and Cyndy discovered. It’s particularly good with real French Green Lentils, but green lentils from Trader Joes is also delish.
Ingredients
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 T canola oil
- 3 carrots, diced
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 14 oz crushed or diced tomatoes
- 2 cups dry green lentils
- 6 cups veggie broth
- 2 cups greens (kale, spinach, cabbage), chopped
- 2 T white balsamic vinegar
Spices
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp dried basil
- salt to taste
Instructions
In large soup pot, cook onion, pepper, carrots, and celery in oil until onion is tender.
Stir in garlic and spices and cook another 3-5 minutes.
Add tomato, lentils, broth, and greens. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes.
When ready to serve, stir in **vinegar (important, this is delish!)