Description
A hearty and nutritious lentil soup packed with flavors and a great source of protein, perfect for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic, and sauté until vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
- Add cumin, turmeric, coriander, and black pepper. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add lentils, diced tomatoes (with juices), vegetable broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf and adjust salt to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to add more vegetables such as spinach or kale for extra nutrition.
- For a spicier soup, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can mash some of the lentils with a spoon or blend part of the soup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg