Italian-Style Lentil Soup with Parmesan Cheese
Savor the rustic flavors of Italy with this delicious Italian Style Vegetarian Lentil Soup featuring the richness of Parmesan cheese. This hearty bowl of comfort blends lentils with aromatic herbs such as thyme and a generous sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano. A true delightful celebration of Italian culinary simplicity.
Servings: 8
Calories: 276kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup onion finely chopped
- 1 cup celery diced chopped
- 1 cup carrots diced
- 2 cups tomatoes peeled, seeded, and diced
- Coarse sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pound of lentils
- 2 quarts of water
- 4-6 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2-3 pieces Parmesan rinds
- Shredded Parmesan Cheese I used Parmigiano Reggiano
Instructions
- In a deep saucepan over medium heat, sauté the garlic and onion with olive oil, until wilted, about 5 minutes.
- Add the celery and carrots and cook until vegetables are tender, 5 to 8 minutes.
- Add tomatoes with their juice. Simmer, stirring constantly, until juices almost evaporate and the tomatoes crumble, about 10 minutes.
- In a pot over medium heat add the water, lentils, and thyme. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Check the salt. Serve with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
Calories: 276kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 119mg | Potassium: 755mg | Fiber: 19g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 3125IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 121mg | Iron: 5mg