Decadent Lentil Tortilla Soup: A Cozy Comfort with Turkey Bacon
Enjoy a warm and hearty bowl of Decadent Lentil Tortilla Soup, featuring the delicious twist of turkey bacon for a comforting experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 cup lentils
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 avocado, for garnish
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble the bacon.
- Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the pot and sauté until softened.
- Add lentils, broth, diced tomatoes, and spices.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender.
- Serve hot, topped with avocado, crumbled bacon, and cilantro.
Notes
- For added spice, include jalapeños or cayenne pepper to taste.
- This soup can be made vegetarian by omitting the turkey bacon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Decadent Lentil Tortilla Soup, Cozy Comfort, Turkey Bacon