French Lentil Soup with Crispy Bread and Feta
French Lentil Soup with Crispy Bread and Feta is a wholesome and satisfying dish that brings together the earthy flavors of lentils, the crunch of toasted bread, and the creaminess of feta cheese. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for cozy nights in or as a nutritious lunch option, packed with protein and fiber to keep you feeling full. In just a few simple steps, you can create a warming meal that’s rich in flavor and comforting on chilly days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound dried green lentils
- 1 onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 4 cloves garlic
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 4 slices crusty bread
- 4 ounces feta cheese
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, lentils, and tomato paste. Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
- Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 30-45 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush both sides of bread slices with olive oil and place on a baking sheet; bake for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve soup topped with crumbled feta cheese, crispy bread, and fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (around 350g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 10mg