Italian Red Lentil and Brown Rice Soup
Description
This thick and filling soup makes a delicious vegetarian or vegan meal.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 red onion, coarsely chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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4 cups vegetable broth
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1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
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1 1/4 cups red lentils, rinsed and drained
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1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
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1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
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1 tablespoon dried celery flakes
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1 teaspoon ground white pepper
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1 teaspoon dried marjoram
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1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Directions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in broth, diced tomatoes, red lentils, brown rice, Italian seasoning, celery flakes, white pepper, and marjoram. Bring soup to a boil; reduce heat, cover, and simmer until lentils break down and rice is tender, about 55 minutes.
2
Stir balsamic vinegar into the soup just before serving.