Vegetable and Lentil Soup with Rice

This hearty Vegetable and Lentil Soup with Rice is a comforting dish that combines nutritious lentils and fresh vegetables, making it a perfect meal for any day. It's packed with flavor and is both filling and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Green lentils - 100 grams
• Carrots - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Water - 250 ml
• Brown rice - 50 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Bay leaf - 1
• Spinach - 50 grams, chopped

Steps

1. Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.
2. In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, water, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 25 minutes.
6. After 25 minutes, add the brown rice to the pot and stir well. Cover and continue to simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the rice and lentils are tender.
7. Remove the bay leaf and stir in the chopped spinach. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.75 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, supporting overall health.

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