Broccoli Lentil Soup

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MATERIALS

Makes ~6 servings

  • 1 tbsp oil (omit if water sauteing)

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 4 carrots, diced

  • 4 stalks celery, diced

  • 3-4 heads of broccoli, chopped

  • 8 cups of broth

  • 3 bay leaves

  • 3/4 cup lentils

  • 1/2 cup rice

  • 1 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste

  • 1 1/2 tsp pepper, or to taste

PROCEDURE

1. Heat oil, if using, in a large pot over medium heat. Saute onions, garlic, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes or until tender.

2. Add broth, bay leaves, lentils, and rice and simmer for 25 minutes.

3. Add broccoli and simmer an additional 10 minutes.

4. Season with salt and pepper.

THE RUNDOWN

This is the recipe for getting back on track and feeling good.  Light and tons of veggies while the broccoli, lentils, and rice still make it filling.

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