Scottish Lentil Soup
Warm up with a bowl of hearty and nourishing Scottish Lentil Soup, a timeless classic that combines wholesome ingredients and comforting flavors. Packed with protein-rich red lentils, hearty root vegetables like carrots and potatoes, and aromatic leek, celery, and garlic, this soup is a celebration of simple, healthy cooking. Slow-simmered in a flavorful vegetable stock, it develops a rich, velvety texture that can be customized to your preference—chunky or partially blended. Ready in under an hour with minimal prep, this one-pot wonder is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of brightness, and serve with crusty bread to experience the essence of Scottish comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams red lentils
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 large leek
- 1 medium onion
- 2 stalks celery stalks
- 2 medium potatoes
- 1.5 liters vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear, then set aside.
Peel and chop the carrots and potatoes into small cubes. Clean and finely slice the leek. Dice the onion and celery. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, leek, celery, and garlic, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Add the carrots and potatoes to the pot, stirring well to combine. Cook for another 5 minutes.
Stir in the red lentils, then pour in the vegetable stock. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Use a hand blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some texture, or keep it fully chunky if preferred.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy with a slice of crusty bread for a traditional Scottish touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1726 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.8 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 6294 mg | 274% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 276.2 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.9 g | 200% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.0 g | ||
| Protein | 65.1 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 511 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 23.6 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 6867 mg | 146% | |
*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.
