Greek
Greek Fakes
A simple vegan Greek lentil soup with garlic, bay leaf, tomato paste, oregano, olive oil, and red wine vinegar.
Prep10 min
Cook35 min
Total45 min
Serves4
The good part
Greek fakes is a naturally vegan lentil soup when made with olive oil and vegetable broth.
Flavor tip
Add red wine vinegar near the end so the soup tastes bright instead of flat.
Serving ideas
Pair with olives, potatoes, rice, roasted vegetables, or salad.
Gather
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, sliced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup brown lentils
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 5 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Salt and black pepper
Make
Method
- 01Soften onion and garlic in olive oil.
- 02Stir in tomato paste until it darkens slightly.
- 03Add lentils, bay leaf, oregano, broth, salt, and pepper.
- 04Simmer until lentils are tender.
- 05Finish with red wine vinegar and a drizzle of olive oil.
Keep cooking
Swaps, storage, and useful next steps.
Estimated nutrition varies by ingredients and brands used.