Hearty Lentil Soup Packed With Vegetables
Hearty Lentil Soup Packed With Vegetables is a nourishing delight that warms both body and soul. This easy-to-make soup combines earthy lentils with vibrant vegetables in a fragrant broth, creating the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings or meal prep. Each bowl is filled with rich flavors and nostalgic memories, making it an instant family favorite. Whether served as a main dish or appetizer, this versatile recipe invites endless variations to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until onions are translucent.
- 2. Stir in rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a gentle boil.
- 3. Add thyme and bay leaf; season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer for about 25 minutes until lentils are tender.
- 4. Stir in chopped spinach or kale and cook for another 3 minutes until wilted.
- 5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed; remove bay leaf before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg