Mexican Lentil Soup
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- Ready In:
- 55mins
- Ingredients:
- 6
- Serves:
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6
ingredients
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup carrot, chopped
- 6 cups water
- 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa, mild
- 1 1⁄4 cups dry lentils, rinsed
directions
- Heat oil in dutch oven or large soup pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and carrot; cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add water, salsa and lentils. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, simmer 30 to 40 minutes or until letils are tender.
- Serve by placing in a bowl and topping with a dollop of sour cream, sliced black olives, chopped green onions or corn chips. Be creative!
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Pam-I-Am
Camarillo, California