Description
Lentil Vegetable Soup is a nourishing and hearty dish that combines earthy lentils with a colorful array of vegetables. Perfect for chilly days, this comforting soup is not only easy to make but also customizable to fit your taste preferences. With its rich flavors and vibrant colors, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Enjoy a bowlful of warmth that nourishes both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your veggies: Dice the onion, carrots, and celery to create a mirepoix.
- Sauté the base: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic, carrots, and celery; cook until softened.
- Add lentils and tomatoes: Stir in lentils and diced tomatoes (with juice).
- Simmer: Pour in vegetable broth to cover the mixture by an inch. Add spices (cumin, thyme, bay leaf), bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Add greens: Stir in spinach or kale towards the end of cooking until wilted.
- Final touches: Season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg