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Easy Lentil Soup

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A hearty, nutritious, and comforting easy lentil soup made with simple ingredients. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup dried brown or green lentils, rinsed
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups spinach or kale (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lemon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic, cumin, thyme, and bay leaf. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Stir in spinach or kale, if using, and cook until wilted.
  8. Remove bay leaf and stir in lemon juice before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • You can blend part of the soup for a creamier texture.
  • Red lentils cook faster but result in a softer texture.
  • Great for meal prep and freezes well.

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Keywords: lentil soup, easy soup, vegan lentil recipe, healthy soup, one-pot meal

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