Healthy Lentil Soup
A hearty and nourishing lentil soup that is easy to make and perfect for cozy nights. It's customizable, filling, and great for using leftover veggies.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Lentils (brown or green) Use whatever is on sale.
- 1 medium Onion Yellow is recommended, but white or red also work.
- 3 cloves Garlic Don't skimp!
- 2 medium Carrots Chopped.
- 2 stalks Celery Chopped.
- 14.5 oz Diced tomatoes Canned or fresh.
- 4 cups Vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Olive oil For sautéing.
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 1 tsp Thyme
- 1 lemon Lemon Zest and juice to taste.
- optional Spinach or kale Add if available.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start with a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. Heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Cook until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the garlic and cook quickly to avoid burning.
- Add the lentils, tomatoes, bay leaf, thyme, and broth. Stir well.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until lentils are soft, about 30 minutes.
- Remove the bay leaf. For a creamier texture, mash some lentils or blend with an immersion blender.
- Mix in a splash of lemon juice just before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to five days. Can be frozen in portions for later use. Reheat on the stove or microwave, adding water if necessary.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3g
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