ITALIAN RED LENTIL AND BROWN RICE SOUP

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Red lentils and brown rice make for a thick vegetarian soup that's full of fiber, filling you up quickly. I came up with this when I only had a few ingredients to work with while in the mood for lentil soup. Top with Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy.

Provided by Sola

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 red onion, coarsely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 ¼ cups red lentils, rinsed and drained
½ cup uncooked brown rice
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon dried celery flakes
1 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 ½ tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in broth, diced tomatoes, red lentils, brown rice, Italian seasoning, celery flakes, white pepper, and marjoram. Bring soup to a boil; reduce heat, cover, and simmer until lentils break down and rice is tender, about 55 minutes.
  • Stir balsamic vinegar into the soup just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Carbohydrate 66.4 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 12.4 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 651.4 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

Ndumi Hlophe
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also packed with nutrients, so it's a great way to stay healthy during the winter months.


Alexandra Garcia
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but I'm willing to give this recipe a try. It sounds like it could be a good way to get my daily dose of protein.


Shafee Mohammed
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This soup looks absolutely delicious! I love the combination of lentils, rice, and vegetables. I can't wait to try it out.


Elvir Emirhafizovic
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I'm always looking for new and exciting soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and I can't wait to try it.


Charl Cronje
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover lentils and rice. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Erica Delarosa
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This is my go-to soup recipe when I'm feeling under the weather. It's always comforting and delicious.


Binod Khattri
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Lebo Thanks
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This soup is a keeper! It's hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a cold winter day.


M Shakeel
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Delicious and easy to make. A great weeknight meal.


Bruno Belizaire
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This soup was amazing! So flavorful and filling. I will definitely be making it again.


Ikyurior Terhile
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Meh.


Abdinaasir Cali
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Not my favorite soup. The lentils were too soft and the broth was too thin.


Sujon Miah
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This soup was a disappointment. The lentils were undercooked and the vegetables were mushy. I also found the flavor to be a bit too salty.


sherley contreras
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I thought this soup was just okay. The flavors were a bit bland for my taste, and the lentils were a little too mushy. I think I'll try a different lentil soup recipe next time.


Meherab Imtiaz Mahir
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This soup was a hit with my family! The kids loved the mild flavor and the adults appreciated the healthy ingredients. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jason Vasuez
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I was really impressed with this soup! It was flavorful and filling, and the lentils and rice gave it a nice texture. I also liked that it was relatively easy to make, and I didn't have to spend hours in the kitchen.


Karissa Barber
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This soup was easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially loved the addition of the red lentils, which gave the soup a nice texture and added a boost of protein.


Stylo Vicky
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this soup was surprisingly good! The lentils were cooked perfectly and didn't have any of that mushy texture that I usually associate with them. The flavors were also well-balanced, with the tomatoes and spices addi


Aliza Anaiya
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This soup was a delicious and hearty meal! The lentils and rice cooked perfectly, and the vegetables added a nice crunch. I especially loved the addition of the Parmesan cheese, which gave the soup a rich and flavorful finish.