Greek Lentil Soup with Toasted Pita
Greek Lentil Soup is hearty, delicious, and so simple to make! With some toasted Pita served on the side, you've got the perfect meal!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 onion
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 8 cups water
- 1 cup dry lentils
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 4 whole-grain pitas, cut into 4 triangles and toasted
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add celery, carrot, onion, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for 5 minutes.
- Add the water and lentils.
- Simmer, partially covered, 15 minutes.
- With a hand blender or potato masher, puree soup until semi-smooth and thick.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and serve with toasted pita triangles.