Description
Lentil Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights and busy weeknights alike. This easy-to-make recipe combines hearty lentils with a colorful medley of vegetables, resulting in a nourishing and flavorful dish that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried green or brown lentils
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 6 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 1 teaspoon cumin (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped onion in olive oil until translucent.
- Add minced garlic, diced carrots, and chopped celery; cook for about five minutes until softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth, then add rinsed lentils, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer for about 30-35 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg