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How to Make Lentil Soup with Mushrooms - A Step-by-Step Guide

Lentil soup is a nourishing and flavorful dish that has been enjoyed for centuries in various cultures around the world. Packed with protein, fiber, and an array of vitamins and minerals, it's a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for chilly days or when you want a comforting and healthy soup.

This particular recipe adds a twist to the classic lentil soup by incorporating earthy and savory mushrooms. The combination of lentils and mushrooms creates a rich and robust flavor prof...

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Ingredients

  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 roma tomatoes, halved
  • ½ medium onion, halved
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 6 cups water
  • 2 cups brown lentils
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 16 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Combine bell pepper, tomatoes, onion, and garlic in a blender; blend until smooth. Transfer mixture to a Dutch oven and cook over medium heat, stirring until mixture starts to brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Add water, lentils, basil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until lentils are soft, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet. Add mushrooms and season with salt and pepper. Cook until tender, stirring occasionally, 4 to 5 minutes. Add cooked mushrooms to lentil soup and simmer an additional 2 to 3 minutes.

    • Nutrition

    283 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 44mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 22g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 37mg
    • Calcium: 62mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 1035mg

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    Vegan recipes
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    Soup recipes
    Healthy recipes
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