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Hearty Lentil and Vegetable Soup: A Comforting Delight

A comforting and nutritious soup made with lentils and a variety of vegetables, perfect for a hearty meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dried green or brown lentils rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced (any color)
  • 1 zucchini diced
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add the diced carrots, celery, and bell pepper to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in the zucchini, lentils, diced tomatoes (with juice), vegetable broth, thyme, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the soup simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
  5. Remove the bay leaf and stir in the chopped spinach or kale. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the greens are wilted. If desired, add lemon juice for brightness.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 10gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For added protein, stir in a can of drained and rinsed chickpeas or cooked sausage.
  • Feel free to customize the vegetables based on what you have on hand, such as adding potatoes, corn, or green beans.

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