Italian Lentil Soup
Compared to other types of dried beans, lentils are relatively quick and easy to prepare. They readily absorb a variety of wonderful flavors from other foods and seasonings, are high in nutritional value and are available throughout the year. Also a staple in biblical times, lentils are still known as an inexpensive, satisfying, nutritious and delicious meal.
Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 7 of 8 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 7 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp (14g) | 119 |
| Lentils | 1/2 cup cooked (99g) | 115 |
| Onion | 1 medium (110g) | 44 |
| Carrot | 1 medium (61g) | 25 |
| Celery | 1 stalk (40g) | 6 |
| Garlic | 1 clove (3g) | 4 |
| Bay Leaf | 1 leaf (0.6g) | 2 |
| Water | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 1 package Dried Lentils, 16 Oz. Package
- 6 cups Water
- 1 cup Onion, Diced
- 1 cup Carrots, Chopped
- 1 cup Celery, Diced
- 2 leaves Bay Leaves
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, Diced
- ¼ cups Fresh Parlsey, Chopped