A hearty and protein-packed lentil soup to keep you warm. This recipe features crispy bacon, aromatic vegetables, and a refreshing lemon twist, making it the perfect dish for cooler weather.
1: In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat and sauté the bacon until slightly crisp. Remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving about 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the pot.
2: Add the carrot and onion to the pot and sauté for about 4 minutes, or until softened. Add the garlic, lentils, tomatodor, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Sauté for an additional 1 minute.
3: Add the stock, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 30 minutes.
4: Turn off the heat and stir in the lemon zest and juice to finish.
5: Garnish the soup with the bacon and parsley.
