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zuppa di lenticchie soup

Zuppa di Lenticchie

Zuppa di Lenticchie is a traditional Italian lentil soup that’s hearty, wholesome, and naturally comforting. Featuring a classic soffritto base, tender lentils, and fresh herbs, this dish is simple, nutritious, and deeply flavorful.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 5 Servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cups dried green or brown lentils ≈300 g
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 carrot chopped
  • 1 celery stalk chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 6 cups 1.5 L vegetable or chicken stock
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil, then sauté onion, carrot, celery, and garlic until softened and fragrant.
  2. Stir in lentils and bay leaf, coating them with the aromatic base.
  3. Add stock, season lightly, bring to a boil, then simmer for 35–40 minutes until lentils are tender.
  4. Remove bay leaf, adjust seasoning, then ladle into bowls. Garnish with parsley and drizzle with olive oil.

Notes

For extra richness, stir in pancetta with the soffritto or add diced potatoes. The soup also freezes well—perfect for meal prep and enjoying later.