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Greek Lentil Soup-Fakes

A delicious yet simple lentil dish is a Greek classic all year round. Tender lentils cooked with onion and served with extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Greek , Vegan

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dry lentils
  • 2 onions chopped
  • 1½ tablespoon olive oil plus more for drizzling
  • 2-3 garlic cloves cut in big chunks
  • 1-2 bay leaves
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • Salt/Pepper
  • Red wine vinegar for adding during serving

Instructions

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  1. Sauté onion in 1 ½ tablespoons of olive oil until soft.
  2. Place lentils in a pot adding just enough water to cover them well. Bring to a boil and then dump the water.
  3. Place lentils in the pot with about 4 cups fresh water, the onion, garlic, bay leaf and pepper. Add the tomato paste and mix until well blended.
  4. Simmer for about 40 minutes covered (it maybe more) until soft and thick.
  5. Serve with a spoonful of olive oil and a drizzle of red wine vinegar, add salt as needed. You may accompany with feta cheese or cured fish or olives.