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Lentil Soup

January 30, 2026 by Dinner Tonight

Nothing says comfort like a bowl of delicious lentil soup! Hearty, flavorful, and packed with plant-based protein and fiber.  This soup is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. 


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Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 medium carrots chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 1 cup yellow onion chopped
  • 6 ounce can tomato paste unsalted
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound brown lentils
  • 1 quart Low Sodium Vegetable Broth
  • 28 ounces canned tomatoes low sodium
  • 28 ounces water
  • 1 cup baby kale chopped
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. Clean and prep your area.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Stir in carrots, garlic, celery and onion. Cook until vegetables are soft and lightly golden, 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, cumin, salt and pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes making sure all the paste is dissolved into the soup.
  4. Stir in vegetable broth, water and lentils. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the lentils are tender, 35 to 40 minutes.
  5. Stir in kale and cook for 7 minutes.
  6. Serve and ENJOY!!
  7. Tips: This Lentil Soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days and in the freezer for up to three months.
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Lentil Soup

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 1 cup
servings per container 8

Amount per serving
Calories	200					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	9	g			12	%	
Saturated Fat	1.5	g			8	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	0	mg			0	%	
Sodium	540	mg			23	%	
Total Carbohydrate	25	g			9	%	
Dietary Fiber	8	g			29	%	
Total Sugars	8	g					
Added Sugars	0	g			0	%	
Protein	7	g					

Vitamin D	0	mcg			0	%	
Calcium	91	mg			8	%	
Iron	4	mg			20	%	
Potassium	707	mg			15	%

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: lentil, lentils, soup, soups, vegetable broth, Vegetarian

Pinto Bean Soup with Lime Crema

January 2, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

This hearty soup is made with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry! This recipe is delicious and nutritious on its own, but you can also top with your favorite fresh ingredients such as diced tomatoes, chopped jalapeno, and sliced avocado!


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6 1 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 2 Tablespoons garlic minced
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup white onion chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 6 cup Canned Pinto Beans drained, divided
  • 1.5 cup Canned Diced Tomatoes and Chilies no sodium, drained
  • 2 cups Canned Whole Kernel Corn low sodium, drained
  • 1 cup vegetable broth low sodium
  • 1/2 cup lowfat Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice about 1 lime
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. In a blender or food processer, blend at least 1 cup of pinto beans until smooth. You can blend more pinto beans for a creamier soup.
  2. To a large pot, add garlic and olive oil over medium heat. Let cook for about 3 minutes.
  3. To pot, add chopped onion. Let cook until translucent.
  4. To pot, add chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Stir to combine.
  5. To pot, add blended pinto beans, whole pinto beans, canned tomatoes and chilies, corn, and vegetable broth.
  6. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Let simmer for 20 minutes, or until the whole beans are fully cooked.
  7. While the soup is simmering, to a small bowl add the yogurt and lime juice. Stir to combine. You may add a teaspoon of water at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
  8. Serve soup in a bowl with 2 tablespoons of lime crema drizzled on top. You may also top with your favorite toppings such as low-fat shredded cheese, pico de gallo, or avocado. Please note that these recommended toppings are not included in the nutrition information.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: beans, pinto beans, soup, soups, Vegetarian

Italian Wedding Soup

December 13, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Our updated version of the classic Italian Wedding Soup is the perfect easy weeknight soup to pull together for your family!


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Ingredients
  • 8 ounces ground beef 97% lean
  • 8 ounces ground pork 96% lean
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 3 tablespoons minced garlic divided
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
  • 2 medium celery stalks chopped
  • 2 medium carrots chopped
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 4 ounces dry orzo
  • 3 cups kale destemmed and chopped
  • 1/2 cup reduced-fat parmesan cheese, grated
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. In a large pot, brown the beef and pork together over medium heat. Add parsley, 1 tablespoon of garlic, oregano and black pepper. Once meat is completely cooked, remove and set aside.
  2. Using the fat from the meat, sautee the onion, celery, carrots, and remaining garlic. Once vegetables are softened, add in the broth and bring to simmer.
  3. Add in the pasta and let simmer for 5-6 minutes. Add in the kale and browned meat let simmer for 4-5 minutes.
  4. Serve topped with parmesan cheese.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, Beef, fall, kale, Pork, protein, soup, soups

Black Bean Soup

December 21, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

Here is a simple and yummy recipe for Black Bean Soup. Using an electric pressure cooker this is a one-pot dish that cooks in under an hour. Next time you need to warm up give this soup a try.


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Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion chopped
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1/2 cup celery diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 7 cups no salt added chicken stock
  • 2 cups black beans dry
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 avocado cut into 10 slices
  • 1/2 cup reduced tat shredded cheddar cheese
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  1. On the sauté function of an electric pressure cooker add the olive oil, onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the inter pot and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Add Chicken stock, dried black beans, chili powder, and dried oregano. Stir to combine.
  3. Place the lid on the electric pressure cooker. Set it to manual and set the time for 35 minutes. Once the time is up let the pressure cooker naturally releases pressure for about 10 minutes.
  4. Remove the lid and stir. Top each serving with 2 teaspoons of cheese and a slice of avocado.
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Creamy Hamburger Potato Soup

December 12, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

CREAMY + CHEESY – You don’t want to miss out on this loaded potato soup. It’s full of protein and creamy enough to satisfy your cravings!


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Ingredients
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 cup yellow onion diced
  • 6 cup russet potatoes diced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun creole seasoning
  • 4 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup skim milk
  • 1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup green onion
Servings: 2 cup servings
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your countertops. Rinse produce under cool running water before slicing.
  2. Brown ground beef with yellow onion in a dutch oven or soup pot. Remove from pan and reserve for later.
  3. Add diced potatoes to the pot with salt, pepper, and cajun seasoning. Saute for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add chicken broth to pot, bring to a boil, and cook potatoes until soft.
  5. Using a potato masher, mash potatoes until they reach your desired consistency.
  6. Add cooked ground beef, milk, ½ cup of shredded cheese, and ¼ cup of green onion.
  7. Simmer for about 30 minutes or until ready to serve.
  8. Serve garnished with remaining cheddar cheese and green onion.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, Beef, fall, ground beef, main dish, soup, soups

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