Lentil and Barley Soup Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 tbsp olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups broth
1 1/2 cups dried lentils
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup dry red wine
2 bay leaves
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp dried thyme
salt and pepper , to taste
1/2 cup barley
1 (10 oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry or 1 cup chopped cooked greens
freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions:

Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat, then saute' the onions till they begin to soften.
Add the celery, carrots, and garlic and saute' a few minutes more.
Add the broth, tomatoes, lentils, red wine, and herbs. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
Add barley; simmer for 45 minutes more, stirring occasionally and adding water if needed.
Add the greens and cook an additional 15 minutes.
Serve topped with parmesan cheese, if desired.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	279.65 Kcal (1171 kJ)
Calories from fat	60.67 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.74g	10%
Sodium	830.18mg	35%
Potassium	858.34mg	18%
Total Carbs	36.52g	12%
Sugars	3.67g	15%
Dietary Fiber	15.32g	61%
Protein	17.2g	34%
Vitamin C	6.8mg	11%
Vitamin A	0.3mg	12%
Iron	3.9mg	22%
Calcium	149.5mg	15%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	69.85 Kcal (292 kJ)
Calories from fat	15.15 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	1.68g	10%
Sodium	207.35mg	35%
Potassium	214.38mg	18%
Total Carbs	9.12g	12%
Sugars	0.92g	15%
Dietary Fiber	3.83g	61%
Protein	4.3g	34%
Vitamin C	1.7mg	11%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	12%
Iron	1mg	22%
Calcium	37.3mg	15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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