Nutrition Facts

Serving Size ½ of recipe
Calories 283
Total Fat 6.5 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Sodium 996 mg
Total Carbohydrate 37 g
Dietary Fiber 17 g
Protein 20.5 g

Servings and Times

Servings 4

Tip: Portion leftovers into individual containers and save for tomorrow’s lunch or freeze.

Ingredients and Preparation

Ingredients Measures
Olive oil 1 tablespoon
Medium onion, chopped 1
Celery stalks, sliced 2
Medium carrots, sliced 2
Garlic cloves, minced 2
Vegetable stock or broth 3 cups (24 ounces)
Water 2 cups
Dried lentils, washed 1 cup
Reduced-sodium diced tomatoes, undrained 1 (14.5-ounce) can
Parsley, finely chopped 2 tablespoons
Dried marjoram 1 teaspoon
Dried thyme ½ teaspoon
Salt ½ teaspoon
Pepper to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese 4 tablespoons
  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or large heavy pot over medium heat. Add onions, celery, carrots, and garlic, and sauté for 6-7 minutes.
  • Add vegetable stock, water, lentils, tomatoes, and herbs, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Add ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve and top with Parmesan cheese.