Golden Lemon Lentil Soup
A quick and vibrant soup filled with protein, fiber, and a fresh lemon finish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup lentils Brown or green lentils recommended for shape.
- 1 tablespoon turmeric Adds color and mild flavor.
- 1 unit lemon (juice and zest) For brightness and flavor.
- 4 cups vegetable broth Can add more if soup gets too thick.
- 1 unit onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced) Do not skip for depth of flavor.
- 1 unit carrot (chopped) Use frozen if short on time.
- 1 stalk celery (chopped)
- to taste salt and pepper Season as needed.
- to taste fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse and drain the lentils.
- In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery until soft.
- Heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat.
- Cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
Cooking
- Add the turmeric and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
- Stir in the lentils, vegetable broth, lemon juice, and zest.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
This soup reheats well and is perfect for meal prep. Keep lemon separate if planning to reheat for added freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3g
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