Description
Warm Lentil Soup is a comforting and nutritious dish that wraps you in warmth on a chilly day. Packed with earthy lentils, vibrant vegetables, and savory spices, this easy-to-make soup is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Each spoonful offers a delightful blend of flavors and health benefits, making it an ideal companion for cozy nights at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 ribs celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the rinsed lentils, ground cumin, and smoked paprika; stir well to coat.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30-35 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg