Good Eats Lentil Soup
Warm, nourishing, and packed with flavor, Good Eats Lentil Soup is the ultimate comfort food that's as healthy as it is delicious. This hearty one-pot recipe features protein-rich lentils, vibrant vegetables, and a fragrant blend of spices, including cumin, turmeric, and smoked paprika, creating a satisfying bowl of goodness that's both vegan and gluten-free. A splash of fresh lemon juice and a handful of baby spinach add a bright, refreshing finish to this wholesome dish. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners, this easy-to-make soup comes together in under an hour and can be served on its own or with crusty bread for a complete meal. Whether you're meal-prepping or feeding a crowd, this lentil soup is sure to delight with its rich, comforting flavors and nourishing ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 medium, diced carrots
- 2 medium, diced celery stalks
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup, rinsed and drained green or brown lentils
- 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 to taste salt
- 1 to taste black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground turmeric, smoked paprika, and dried thyme. Cook for 1 minute, until the spices are fragrant.
Add the rinsed lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
Remove the bay leaf and discard it.
Stir in the baby spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes, until wilted.
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and stir well. Taste the soup and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
210 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.0 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 923 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 868 mg | 18% | |
*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.
