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Classic Lentil Soup: A Simple and Hearty Recipe

This classic lentil soup is a simple, hearty, and flavorful recipe made with basic pantry staples. It's a healthy, one-pot meal perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, packed with protein, fiber, and delicious earthy flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 large Onion chopped
  • 2 large Carrots chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups Brown or Green Lentils rinsed
  • 8 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) Diced Tomatoes undrained
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 1 Bay Leaf
  • 1 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground, or to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
  2. Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, cumin, coriander, thyme, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir to combine. Increase heat and bring to a boil.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 40-50 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and cooked through.
  4. Remove the bay leaf. Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed. For a slightly thicker and creamier texture, you can use an immersion blender to blend a small portion of the soup. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalProtein: 16gFat: 5gFiber: 18g

Notes

Brighten it Up: A squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a splash of red wine vinegar stirred in at the end will brighten the flavors beautifully.
Rinse Well: Be sure to rinse your lentils thoroughly under cold water before adding them to the pot to remove any dust or debris.
Storage: Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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