Mexican Lentil Soup, or Sopa de Lentejas
Sopa de Lentejas, or Mexican Lentil Soup, a warm taste of home. Comforting and cozy deliciousness. Hope you enjoy!
Servings: 6
Calories: 326kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon oil
- 2 carrots peeled and diced
- ½ onion diced
- 1 lb. lentils
- 10 cups Water
- 1 garlic clove finely minced
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 1 bay leaf
- ½ cup tomato sauce
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large stock pot.
- Saute the carrots for 2 minutes.
- Add the onions. Cook for 1 minute.
- Rinse the lentils and add to the pot.
- Add water, garlic, salt, and bay leaf.
- Cook for 25 minutes.
- Add tomato sauce.
- Cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until lentils are soft.
- Remove and discard the bay leaf.
- Serve and enjoy.
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Notes
HOW LONG DOES SOPA DE LENTEJAS LAST?
- In the fridge, Sopa de Lentejas last 3-4 days.
- In the freezer, Mexican Lentil soup can last up to 6 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 326kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1308mg | Potassium: 868mg | Fiber: 24g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 3515IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 6mg