Description
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1 tablespoon of olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 cloves of fresh garlic, minced
1 can (14 oz) of diced tomatoes
1 cup of dried green or brown lentils, rinsed
4 cups of vegetable broth
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon of ground cumin
1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Juice of 1 lemon
Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until it shimmers.
Sauté the diced onion, carrots, and celery for about 5-7 minutes until softened and onion is translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the canned (or fresh) tomatoes and cook for about 2 minutes.
Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, bay leaf, cumin, paprika, and salt and pepper to the pot and stir.
Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for about 30-35 minutes until lentils are tender.
Remove the bay leaf, stir in the lemon juice, and adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve in bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.
Notes
This lentil soup is the absolute best you’ll ever make! It’s simple, nourishing, and full of flavor, perfect for cozy days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Fat: 5 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 15 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
Keywords: Lentil Soup, Comfort Food, Easy Recipes, Healthy Soup, Vegan Recipes
