French Lentil Soup
Kimberly Killebrew
Travel the French countryside through this traditional lentil soup! Rich in flavor and satisfying to the soul, it's pure comfort in a bowl.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine French
Servings 6 servings
Calories 254 kcal
- 4 ounces bacon , diced
- 1 medium yellow onion , chopped
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 2 medium carrots , diced
- 1/2 medium celeriac , aka celery root, diced
- 1 large leek , chopped, thoroughly rinsed and drained
- 6 cups quality chicken broth
- 1 cup French Le Puy lentils , aka French lentils, rinsed and drained
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme , or 3/4 teaspoon dried
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
In a stock pot cook the bacon over medium-high heat until done. Add the onions and cook until soft and translucent and golden, 7-10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Add the celeriac, leek and carrots and cook for another 4-5 minutes or until beginning to soften. Add the lentils and cook for another minute or two. Add all remaining ingredients except for the parsley and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium, cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Stir in the parsley and add salt and pepper to taste.
Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 1032mg | Potassium: 825mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3900IU | Vitamin C: 31.3mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 4mg
Keyword French Lentil Soup