Description
Lentil soup is a comforting, hearty dish perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a bit of warmth. With its rich, earthy flavors and vibrant vegetables, this soup is not just delicious but also packed with nutrition. Easy to prepare, it’s a favorite for any day of the week, evoking nostalgia with every spoonful. Serve it alongside crusty bread for a delightful meal that warms both the body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your veggies by washing and dicing the carrots, celery, and onion.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and thyme; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add lentils and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30–35 minutes until lentils are tender but not mushy.
- Stir in fresh lemon juice before serving. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg