Lentil Soup

Lentil Soup
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    50 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    9.8K

A symphony of earthy flavors awaits in this hearty lentil soup, where humble ingredients are transformed into a comforting and deeply satisfying meal. Brightened with a touch of acidity, this soup is a hug in a bowl.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    48 g
  • Fiber
    22 g
  • Protein
    18 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    131 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Gather all ingredients and have them prepped and ready to go. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the onion is translucent and softened, about 5-7 minutes. (7 minutes)

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Recipe View Stir in the minced garlic, bay leaf, dried oregano, and dried basil. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the aromatics to bloom and fill your kitchen with their fragrant essence. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth (or water), and crushed tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes, or until the lentils are tender. (40 minutes)

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Recipe View Once the lentils are cooked, stir in the fresh spinach and cook until it wilts, about 1-2 minutes. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Remove from heat. Stir in the red wine vinegar (or lemon juice) and season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasonings as needed. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve hot. Enjoy the fruits of your labor!

For a richer flavor, consider using chicken broth instead of vegetable broth or water.
A Parmesan cheese rind simmered in the soup adds umami
To make this soup vegetarian, ensure your broth is vegetable-based. To make it vegan, omit any dairy-based toppings.
Lentil soup tastes even better the next day, as the flavors have time to meld together. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 3.3K Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Shyann Casper

    So easy to make and very forgiving. Great for a weeknight meal!

  • Chaz Marks

    I added a parmesan rind while simmering, and it added a wonderful depth!

  • Eli Emard

    I substituted vegetable broth for water and it made it even more flavorful!

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