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best lentil soup recipe

Best Lentil Soup Recipe for Heartwarming Comfort Today

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A hearty and nutritious lentil soup packed with flavor.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup lentils
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  6. Puree soup for a smoother texture, if desired.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Add more broth for a thinner soup.
  • Top with fresh herbs for extra flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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