Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried brown lentils
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 5 garlic cloves, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery ribs, chopped (including leaves)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • salt and pepper

Method

  • Pour lentils in a bowl, cover with water, Over medium heat, cook onions in olive oil in a large soup pan.
  • Add garlic and celery.
  • Once celery begins to soften, add carrots, tomatoes, bay leaf and vegetable stock.
  • Pour in drained lentils.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and allow the soup to simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Remove and discard bay leaf and add vinegar.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.