Easy Lentil and Ham Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 (32 ounce) carton low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 cup dried lentils
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1.5 cups cubed fully cooked ham
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare all ingredients for the lentil and ham soup.
2. In a large pot, combine chicken broth, water, carrots, celery, onion, lentils, garlic, and red wine vinegar. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
3. Add the ham, mustard, salt, and pepper to the pot. Continue to simmer for another 20 to 30 minutes, or until the lentils are fully tender.

Nutrition

• Calories: 178 kcal
• Fat Content: 5 g
• Fiber Content: 8 g
• Sugar Content: 3 g
• Sodium Content: 694 mg
• Protein Content: 13 g
• Cholesterol Content: 16 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 19 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g