Description
Hearty Lentil and Potato Soup is the perfect dish for chilly evenings, combining tender lentils, creamy Yukon Gold potatoes, and vibrant vegetables in a savory broth. This nourishing soup is not only easy to prepare but also delivers rich flavors that evoke warmth and comfort. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy a meal that warms both body and soul, creating delightful memories with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions and carrots until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add rinsed lentils, thyme, and bay leaves; stir well.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to simmer.
- After about 10 minutes, add diced potatoes. Simmer until lentils are tender and potatoes are soft (about 20 minutes).
- Remove bay leaves, season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg