Description
Lentil soup is the ultimate comfort food that warms your soul and delights your palate. This hearty dish combines earthy lentils with vibrant vegetables and aromatic spices, making it perfect for cozy nights in or family gatherings. Easy to prepare and highly adaptable, this lentil soup is not only nourishing but also a flavorful celebration of wholesome ingredients. Whether you enjoy it solo or share it with loved ones, this recipe will surely become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté onion, celery, and carrots in olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in lentils and diced tomatoes (with juice).
- Pour in vegetable broth; add cumin, thyme, and bay leaf; mix well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for about 30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Customize by adding kale or spinach for extra nutrition. - Spice it up with cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes if desired. - Incorporate leftover vegetables from your fridge for added flavor.