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Lentil and Vegetable Soup

Delicious Lentil and Vegetable Soup Recipe for Healthy Eating

This Lentil and Vegetable Soup is a hearty and nutritious meal packed with flavors, perfect for healthy eating.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale (optional)
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add 2 tbsp olive oil. Sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in cumin and thyme; cook for an additional minute to bloom the spices.
  3. Add rinsed lentils and diced tomatoes (with juice) to the pot; mix well.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 30 minutes until lentils are tender.
  5. Stir in spinach or kale if using; let wilt for about 5 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 9gFat: 3g

Notes

For added creaminess, blend part of the soup and stir it back in or top with Greek yogurt. Switching up the veggies can create unique variations.

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