Hearty Lentil Soup
Cozy up with a bowl of Hearty Lentil Soup, a comforting, flavor-packed dish that's as nourishing as it is delicious. This wholesome recipe features tender lentils simmered in a fragrant blend of ground cumin, paprika, and thyme, paired with a medley of sautéed vegetables including carrots, celery, and onion. A splash of fresh lemon juice and a stir of baby spinach add a vibrant finish to this satisfying soup. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot wonder is perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd, offering six generous servings of plant-based comfort. Serve it with crusty bread for the ultimate warming meal that's both healthy and hearty. Keywords: hearty lentil soup, plant-based recipe, healthy dinner, vegan comfort food, easy lentil soup.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 medium carrots
- 2 medium celery stalks
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 cup dried brown or green lentils
- 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Dice the onion, and chop the carrots and celery into small pieces. Mince the garlic.
Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Rinse the lentils under cold water, then add them to the pot along with the canned diced tomatoes (including liquid), vegetable broth, and bay leaf.
Season with cumin, paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, and cover the pot. Let the soup simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
Remove the bay leaf from the pot.
Stir in the baby spinach, allowing it to wilt for 2-3 minutes.
Add the fresh lemon juice for a bright finish and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers for a heartwarming meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1747 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.0 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6401 mg | 278% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 269.1 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 57.3 g | 205% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.8 g | ||
| Protein | 86.8 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 675 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 28.0 mg | 156% | |
| Potassium | 5700 mg | 121% | |
*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.
