Description
This lentil soup is hearty and healthy. You can make it with simple ingredients. It is perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dried green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, cumin, and turmeric. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add lentils, vegetable broth, water, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until lentils are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper. Stir in lemon juice.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- You can use red lentils for a creamier texture.
- Add more broth if you prefer a thinner soup.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 16g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg