Description
Warm up with a comforting bowl of lentil soup featuring tender carrots and crisp celery. This hearty dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. With vibrant flavors and a cozy aroma, this lentil soup will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add diced carrots, celery, and rinsed lentils. Stir to combine.
- Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat.
- Season with cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes until lentils are tender but not mushy.
- Serve hot, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg