{"product_id":"med-066","title":"Greek Lentil Soup","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGreek Lentil Soup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hearty, comforting Mediterranean lentil soup with tomatoes, vegetables, and a splash of red wine vinegar. This protein-rich, fiber-packed soup is a Greek staple that's both nourishing and delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🧠 Brain Health Benefits:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLentils:\u003c\/strong\u003e Folate and B vitamins support neurotransmitter production and brain energy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomatoes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lycopene protects brain cells from oxidative damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarrots:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beta-carotene supports cognitive function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarlic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Improves cerebral blood flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOlive Oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monounsaturated fats reduce brain inflammation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpinach:\u003c\/strong\u003e Folate and vitamin K support brain health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🗄️ Cabinet Ingredients Needed:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 54 (ing-cab-540):\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra virgin olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 60 (ing-cab-590):\u003c\/strong\u003e Garlic, minced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 81 (ing-cab-810):\u003c\/strong\u003e Red wine vinegar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 74 (ing-cab-740):\u003c\/strong\u003e Oregano, dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 18 (ing-cab-180):\u003c\/strong\u003e Bay leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 83 (ing-cab-830):\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 21 (ing-cab-210):\u003c\/strong\u003e Black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 107 (ing-cab-1070):\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegetable broth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 95 (ing-cab-950):\u003c\/strong\u003e Crushed tomatoes, canned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🛒 Fresh Ingredients (FR - Purchase Separately):\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLentils, rinsed dried (ing-fr-2250)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnion, large, diced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrots, diced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelery, stalks, diced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh spinach, optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh lemon, for serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e👨‍🍳 Cooking Instructions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse lentils and pick over for any debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat olive oil in large pot over medium heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSauté diced onion, carrots, and celery until softened, about 8 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd minced garlic and cook for 1 minute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd lentils, crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, bay leaves, and oregano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-35 minutes until lentils are tender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd spinach if using and cook until wilted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir in red wine vinegar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeason with salt and pepper to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove bay leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe hot with a drizzle of olive oil and lemon wedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarnish with fresh parsley if desired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis recipe is part of our Mediterranean cookbook collection. This soup gets better the next day — perfect for meal prep!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mediterranean Market","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44090334806067,"sku":"MED-066","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/6223\/3139\/files\/greek-lentil-soup.png?v=1778514307","url":"https:\/\/philsearlyalzheimerstore.com\/products\/med-066","provider":"Phil's Early Alzheimer Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}