Lemon Garlic Lentil Soup

Submitted by Chef Doodle

"A tangy delight. This is a hearty soup, great for fall and winter. The recipe is inspired by a soup I had at a Mediterranean restaurant. If you like lemons and garlic, you will love this! I use split Urad Dal (lentils that are split and skinned), because I have an 8 pound bag of them, but you could also use regular lentils."

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups pasta shells (dry)
• 1 cup split & skinned Urad Dal (dry)
• 5 cups water
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons vegetable stock powder
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1⁄2 cup celery, finely diced
• 1⁄2 cup carrot, finely diced
• 1⁄4 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained
• 4 -6 garlic cloves, crushed
• 3 lemons, juice of

directions

1. Cook pasta according to directions. Drain.
2. In a large pot, bring dal, water and broth mix to a boil, reduce heat to medium. Cook until lentils are at desired consistency.
3. In skillet, sauté celery, carrots and garlic. for 2-3 minutes. Add spinach and sauté for another 1-2 minutes.
4. Add vegetable mixture and pasta to dal. Simmer 5 minutes.
5. Before serving add lemon juice. I also add another clove of crushed garlic, since raw garlic is quite good for you!

Reviews

[Stella8037]

I used regular lentils in this, added 1/2 cup onion, and only used 2 lemons. I was all set to make traditional lentil soup when I came across this recipe - I thought it was a good Spring dish, lighter and tangier than regular lentil soup. (of course, spring in Buffalo, NY is a lot like winter!) I love garlic and lemon, and enjoyed this soup. My boyfriend thought it was a little too lemony, however. Served with some crusty bread, it was a healthy, filling meal. Thanks!