Spinach Lentil Soup
(from eirelizabeth’s recipe box)
Source: Allrecipes
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 70 minutes
Serves 6 people
Categories: Family Favorites
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 cups water
- 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
- 1 1/4 cups dried lentils, rinsed
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach, torn
Directions
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In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, saute carrots and onion in oil until tender. Add the water, salsa, lentils and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 50-60 minutes or until lentils are tender. Stir in spinach; simmer 5-10 minutes longer or until spinach is wilted.