Italian lentil soup recipe with parmesan, parsley, and spinach. Hearty, healthy, veggie-packed, and delicious, this vegetarian lentil soup is the perfect way to welcome the New Year! And if you're looking to add more plant-based protein to your diet, this lentil soup recipe is a must try. Lentils are a great source of fiber and protein! #lentilsoup #lentilsrecipe #lentils #mediterraneandiet

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🍅INGREDIENTS: 🍅
🔹 Extra-virgin olive oil
🔹 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
🔹 4 large garlic cloves, minced
🔹 2 carrots, chopped
🔹 1 celery rib, chopped
🔹 Kosher salt
🔹 Black pepper
🔹 1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes (I like San Marzano)
🔹 5 cups vegetable broth
🔹 1 dried bay leaf
🔹 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
🔹 1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
🔹 1 cup brown or green lentils, rinsed
🔹 2 cups baby spinach
🔹 1 cup chopped parsley leaves
🔹 Splash red wine vinegar
🔹 Freshly grated parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)

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⏱️CHAPTERS⏱️
00:00​​ - Intro
00:29 - Adding the "holy trinity"
00:59 - What kind of lentils do I use?
01:31 - Prepare and rinse the lentils
01:41 - Adding garlic and liquid
02:16 - Adding the seasonings
02:54 - Adding the lentils
03:01 - Can I use red lentils?
03:35 - Simmering the lentil soup
04:18 - Adding spinach
04:37 - Finishing touches
05:33 - Taste test

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