Leo the Leopard’s Lentil Soup

Leo the Leopard’s Lentil Soup
photo by: eyeliam
California Department of Health Services - WIC Branch

6 servings, about 2 cups each

Ingredients:

  • 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cups dried lentils*, rinsed
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 2 cups diced tomatoes, fresh or canned (14 ounces)
  • 8 cups water or broth/stock
  • 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese*

*WIC food

Steps:

  1. In large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion in oil until soft and lightly browned (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add lentils, carrots, and tomatoes.
  3. Add water. Stir.
  4. Bring ingredients to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 45 minutes or until lentils are tender.
  6. Spoon soup into bowls. Top with cheese.

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