Chipotle Lentil Soup

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Chipotle Lentil Soup
Chipotle Lentil Soup

Lentils are inexpensive, satisfying and a healthy option to consider forĀ Ā theĀ ā€œ7 Weeks of Lenten Recipe seriesā€.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 bag of green lentils (4 cups)
  • 2 cups of diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup of finely chopped white onion
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • 6-8 cups of vegetable broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon or dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon of canola oil
  • 1 or 2 chipotle chiles chopped
  • Salt Ā & pepper
  • Cilantro or parsley leaves to garnish

Preparation time: 30 minutes, serves 10-12 people. Cost per person $0.45 depending on local ingredient cost. You will need a pressure cooker or aĀ dutchĀ oven for betterĀ results.

Place the pressure cooker in the stove, add the oilĀ and fryĀ theĀ cumin, then add the onion andĀ theĀ garlic andĀ sauteĀ for few minutes, add the tomatoes, the chipotle, oregano, salt and pepper and combine well. Then add the lentils and 4 cups of water orĀ vegetable broth, close with the lid and let it cook for 15-20 minutes. When ready open the pressure cooker following the safety instructions, continue cooking at low flame and add the rest of the water and let it simmer for other 10 minutes. The consistency of the Chipotle Lentil SoupĀ should beĀ chunky. Always taste toĀ makeĀ sure it is well seasoned. Serve Chipotle Lentil Soup in a bowl and accompany with a slice of toast and garnish with cilantro or parsley leaves.

This Chipotle Lentil Soup is a good source of protein and satisfying, greatĀ vegetarianĀ or vegan option too.Ā With this recipe I close thisĀ seriesĀ where my fellow blogger friends Ericka Ā Nibbles and Feasts, Leslie Ā La Cocina de Leslie, Nicole Ā Presley’s Pantry, Melanie Ā Modernmami, MorenaĀ Peru Delights, Vianney Ā Sweet Life, Yvette Ā Muy Bueno Cookbook, CristinaĀ Una Colombiana en California, Denisse Ā Ahorros para MamĆ”, ElyĀ Simple y Delicioso, JeannetteĀ Sazón Boricua, Juanita Ā Ahorrando Dólares, MónicaĀ Life is a Journey, ReinaĀ Soy MamĆ” en CasaĀ and YolyĀ CuponeandoĀ participated publishing delicious food and wonderful ideas for Lent the last seven weeks.

I hope you enjoyed these series and that Ā you’re ready to celebrate Easter with your family next weekend.
Many blessings, thanks for following and happy Easter!



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