Brown Rice Lentil Soup
Warm, hearty, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Brown Rice Lentil Soup is a one-pot wonder brimming with nutrition and comforting flavors. Perfect for a cozy lunch or an easy weeknight dinner, this vegan soup combines protein-rich lentils, nutty brown rice, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and spinach. Infused with aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano and brightened with a splash of lemon juice, every spoonful is a delightful balance of earthy and zesty notes. Made effortlessly in under an hour, this healthy soup is ideal for meal prep, as it reheats beautifully for leftovers. Pair it with crusty bread or enjoy it on its own for a soul-satisfying bowl of warmth!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 pieces celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed
- 0.5 cup brown rice
- 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, canned
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot, and sauté for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the brown lentils, brown rice, diced tomatoes (with juice), and vegetable broth.
Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.
Simmer for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils and rice are tender.
Remove and discard the bay leaf. Stir in the baby spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Add the lemon juice and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper to taste.
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1339 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6476 mg | 282% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.0 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.3 g | 172% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.4 g | ||
| Protein | 53.9 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 519 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 4906 mg | 104% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
