Greek Lentil Soup (Fakes)

Mediterranean · Greece

Greek Lentil Soup (Fakes)

A soothing Greek red lentil soup simmered with tomatoes, oregano, and olive oil.

45 min Easy Serves 4$2.62 estimated
Dairy-free
Gluten-free
Halal
Vegan
Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • Red lentils

    250 g

    $0.60

  • Onions

    1 medium

    $0.22

  • Garlic

    3 cloves

    $0.02

  • Tinned tomatoes

    1 tin

    $1.10

  • Tomato paste

    2 tbsp

    $0.14

  • Olive oil

    3 tbsp

    $0.29

  • Dried Bay Leaves

    2

    $0.10

  • Oregano

    1 tsp

    $0.09

  • Red Wine Vinegar

    1 tbsp

    $0.05

  • Salt

    1 tsp

    $0.00

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Preparation

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a deep pot over medium heat and sauté diced onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant.

  2. 2

    Stir in tomato paste and oregano, cooking for one minute to deepen the flavour.

  3. 3

    Add rinsed red lentils, tinned crushed tomatoes, bay leaves, salt, and 1 litre of water.

  4. 4

    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 25 to 30 minutes until lentils are completely tender.

  5. 5

    Stir in red wine vinegar, adjust seasoning with salt, and serve hot drizzled with extra virgin olive oil.

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