Description
Vegetarian Lentil Soup is a hearty and nourishing dish that warms the soul with every spoonful. This vibrant soup combines earthy lentils with fresh vegetables, creating a comforting meal perfect for chilly nights or cozy gatherings. Packed with protein and fiber, it’s not just delicious but also incredibly healthy. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, this recipe will become a staple in your kitchen, bringing smiles and satisfaction to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté onions, carrots, and celery in olive oil over medium heat until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in rinsed lentils and diced tomatoes, then pour in vegetable broth.
- Season with cumin, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer covered for 30-40 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Stir in spinach or kale before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg