Pasta Tomato and Lentil Soup
Experience the cozy, comforting flavors of this Pasta Tomato and Lentil Soup—a hearty, nutrient-packed recipe that combines tender lentils, bite-sized pasta, and vibrant vegetables in a rich tomato broth. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this one-pot wonder is seasoned with aromatic basil and oregano for a classic Italian-inspired taste. With just 10 minutes of prep and 35 minutes of cooking, you’ll have a warming bowl of soup that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of freshness and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for extra indulgence. Whether you’re looking for a vegetarian dinner idea or a wholesome, filling soup, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 medium, diced carrot
- 1 medium, diced celery stalk
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup, rinsed dry lentils
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup small pasta (e.g., ditalini or elbow)
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, lentils, dried basil, dried oregano, ground black pepper, and salt.
Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
Stir in the small pasta and bring the soup back to a gentle boil. Cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Remove the soup from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
Serve hot with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
481 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.3 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1345 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1115 mg | 24% | |
*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.
