French Lentil Soup

Ali Segersten (author) Sep 14, 2020
Main Dishes Lunch French Legumes Lunchbox Recipe Meal Prep Recipe Soups and Stews
Difficulty
Average Recipe
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
35 minutes
Servings
6

French lentils, also called Le Puy lentils, are named after Le Puy in Auvergne, a volcanic area in the center of France with ideal soil and climate for the growth of the lentils. French lentils have a delicate taste and a fine green skin with steel blue speckles. They usually can be found in the bulk section of your local co-op or health food store.

1 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onions chopped
3 cloves garlic crushed
2 celery stalks diced
2 large carrots diced
3 small red potatoes diced
1 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 cups French lentils rinsed and drained
8 cups water
2 cups diced tomatoes
1 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 teaspoons Herbamare (or sea salt)
½ cups chopped fresh basil
½ cups chopped parsley