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spinach and lentil soup

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Argie Sirago
Myrtle Beach, SC

I love this on a cold night, which we don't have too many here in the south

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
cook time 1 Hr 30 Min

Ingredients For spinach and lentil soup

  • 1 1/2 c
    lentils, uncooked
  • 2 1/2 qt
    water
  • 1 Tbsp
    salt
  • 1/4 c
    olive oil
  • 1 lg
    onion, chopped
  • 2
    garlic cloves, chopped
  • 2
    medium potatoes, diced
  • 10 oz
    spinach, trimmed and torn
  • 1/4 Tbsp
    lemon juice
  • black pepper
  • pitas cut into wedges

How To Make spinach and lentil soup

  • 1
    Wash and drain lentils.
  • 2
    Combine with water, bring to a boil, add salt, reduce heat and simmer, covered 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • 3
    Heat oil in a large skillet, add the onion and garlic and saute until soft and translucent.
  • 4
    Add the saute to the lentils.
  • 5
    Add the potatoes, spinach, lemon juice, and pepper.
  • 6
    Stir thoroughly and simmer until the vegetables are cooked.
  • 7
    Add more water if desired.
  • 8
    Serve accompanied with pita wedges.

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