Description
Lentil and Vegetable Soup is the ultimate comfort food that warms you up from the inside out. This hearty soup features tender lentils, fresh vegetables, and a blend of aromatic spices, creating a nourishing bowl that’s perfect for chilly days or family gatherings. Packed with flavor and nutrients, it’s an ideal dish for both meal prep and cozy dinners. Explore the endless customization options to make this soup your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (no salt added)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add diced carrots and chopped celery; cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in lentils, diced tomatoes (with juice), cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Stir in spinach or kale during the last five minutes of cooking until wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot with a drizzle of olive oil or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg