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Mexican Lentil Soup. Lentils, so versatile and affordable, they're the star of the show in this soup. It's filling, comforting and mouth-wateringly good. And perfect way to add some extra veggies into your day.
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Yields6 Servings
Prep Time15 minsCook Time1 hrTotal Time1 hr 15 mins
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1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add in onion, bell pepper, carrots and jalapeno and saute 2 minutes.

2

Add garlic and saute 2 minutes longer. Stir in broth, tomatoes, lentils, chili powder, cumin, and coriander and season with salt and pepper to taste.

3

Bring mixture to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring just a few times throughout cooking, until lentils are tender, about 45 minutes.

4

Stir in cilantro and lime juice. Serve warm topping each serving with tortilla strips, avocados and cotija cheese.

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1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add in onion, bell pepper, carrots and jalapeno and saute 2 minutes.

2

Add garlic and saute 2 minutes longer. Stir in broth, tomatoes, lentils, chili powder, cumin, and coriander and season with salt and pepper to taste.

3

Bring mixture to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring just a few times throughout cooking, until lentils are tender, about 45 minutes.

4

Stir in cilantro and lime juice. Serve warm topping each serving with tortilla strips, avocados and cotija cheese.

Mexican Lentil Soup