Description
Indulge in the warmth of French Lentil Soup with Crispy Bread and Feta, a delightful dish that brings together earthy lentils and creamy feta for a satisfying meal. This nutritious soup is not only packed with vitamins from fresh vegetables but also features a crispy bread accompaniment that adds texture and flavor. Perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, this recipe is straightforward enough for even novice cooks to master. Enjoy the aromatic blend of herbs and spices as you serve a hearty bowl of goodness that will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound dried green lentils
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices crusty bread, such as baguette or sourdough
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Add rinsed lentils and tomato paste.
- Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-45 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush bread slices with olive oil and bake on a baking sheet until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Serve soup hot with crumbled feta cheese on top and crispy bread on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg