Sopa de Lentejas

5 from 1 vote

Sopa de Lentejas or Lentil Soup is a delicious, nourishing and budget-friendly meal that is packed with protein and loads of flavor. Cooked and ready to eat in 30 minutes or less. Tasty comfort in every bowl!

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Total Time35

Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: Mexican, Puerto Rican

Servings:

Calories: 206kcal

Author: Catherine Arena

Ingredients

1 cup dry lentils
2 links mild or spicy sausage meat removed from skin or ¾ cup ground sausage
1 cup ham steak cubed (optional)
1 potato skinned and cubed
1 carrot peeled and chopped
½ sazón packet
2 tablespoon chicken powder
¼ tsp cumin
2 tablespoon garlic puree
handful cilantro
salt if needed
ground pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large pot, over medium heat, add the sausage. Using a spatula or potato masher, break apart and cook until the sausage starts to brown.
Using a colander, rinse the dry lentils under warm water. Set aside until ready to use.
Add the onions and ham (is using) and cook until the onions are slightly translucent.
Add the potatoes, carrots, garlic puree, sazon, chicken bouillon, cumin, and lentils. Stir.
Add the cilantro, water, salt, pepper to taste and stir. Bring to a boil, reduce heat slightly and cover. Cook for 25-30 minutes until the lentils are tender.
Taste the soup for salt and add if needed. Serve in bowls with crusty bread or a side of white rice.

Notes

Recipe Notes:

No Soaking Time: There is no need to presoak lentils. Simply rinse them and add them to the soup.

Fresh Herbs: Fresh herbs like cilantro are excellent in this soup. If you can find culantro leaves, they're also a great addition.

Veggies: Most vegetables work well in this soup. Carrots, potatoes, squash, onions, kale and zucchini are all wonderful additions.

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