Description
Hearty Lentil, Beef Bacon, and Vegetable Soup is a nourishing delight that warms both body and soul. This flavorful soup features tender lentils paired with smoky beef bacon and a colorful assortment of fresh vegetables, making it the perfect dish for chilly evenings or family gatherings. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this bowl of comfort is destined to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 6 oz chopped beef bacon
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the beef bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove excess fat while keeping some for flavor.
- Add diced onions, carrots, and celery; sauté for about five minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add rinsed lentils and diced tomatoes; mix well.
- Pour in vegetable broth along with bay leaves, salt, and pepper; bring to a gentle boil then reduce to simmer.
- Cover partially with a lid; let simmer for about 30 minutes or until lentils are tender but intact.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize this soup by adding your favorite vegetables or using different legumes like beans. For extra flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs such as thyme or rosemary.