A hearty and nutritious lentil and vegetable soup perfect for a healthy lunch or meatless dinner. Packed with protein and fiber, this soup is both filling and delicious.
Author:RecipeZest
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Soup
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:International
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
2 carrots, chopped
1 onion, diced
2 celery stalks, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
4 cups vegetable broth
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
Add garlic, cumin, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot.
Notes
You can add spinach or kale for extra greens.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.