Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of The Best Lentil Soup, a delightful blend of nutritious ingredients that create a hearty meal for any occasion. This recipe is packed with protein-rich lentils, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices, making it not only a filling dish but also a healthy choice. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy family dinner or entertaining friends, this soup is sure to impress. It’s budget-friendly, easy to prepare, and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Dive into the rich flavors and wholesome goodness of this nourishing lentil soup today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 6 cloves garlic (finely chopped or minced)
- 3 carrots (finely chopped)
- 3 cup celery stalks (finely chopped)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 pound lentils (picked and rinsed)
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth (plus more if needed)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground all-spice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- Juice from 1/2 lemon (about 2 teaspoons)
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add 1 finely chopped onion, 6 minced garlic cloves, 3 finely chopped carrots, and 3 finely chopped celery stalks; sauté for about 5–6 minutes until the onions are translucent.
- Stir in 1 pound of rinsed lentils, 1 (15-ounce) can of diced tomatoes, and 6 cups of chicken or vegetable broth along with 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon ground all-spice, and 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30–35 minutes until the lentils are tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in juice from half a lemon.
- For creaminess, blend part of the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender until smooth; return blended soup back to the pot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg