Lentils are a great source of protein and fiber. One serving of this delicious lentil soup contains more than 24 grams of dietary fiber… so this is a great choice for anyone who wants to lower cholesterol, reduce the risk of colon cancer, and of course, lose weight. 🙂

Weight Watchers Fiber-Rich Lentil Soup recipe
Makes 6 servings

Ingredients
1 lb dried lentils
1 1/2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup chopped onions
1 cup chopped celery
1/4 teaspoon ground thyme
1 bay leaf
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt and pepper, to taste
garlic, or garlic powder (optional)
8 cups water


Preparation
1. Wash the lentils.
2. Put all the ingredients in large pot.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 40 minutes (until the lentils become tender).
4. Blend in the blender in batches, until all the soup is smooth.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

How many Weight Watchers points in fiber-rich lentil soup recipe?
WW POINTS per serving: 5
Nutritional information per serving: 292 calories, 0.9g fat, 24.5g fiber

Originally posted 2008-04-10 12:36:59.

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