Hearty Vegetable Lentil Soup

Hearty Vegetable Lentil Soup is a warm, satisfying dish with lentils and a mix of nourishing vegetables.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 40

Course: Homestyle Dinners

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Comfort Food, Healthy, hearty soup, Lentil Soup, Soup, Vegetable Soup

Servings: servings

Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

Large pot

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

1 cup Lentils rinsed
2 medium Carrots chopped
2 stalks Celery chopped
1 medium Onion chopped
2 cloves Garlic minced
4 cups Vegetable broth

For the Seasoning

1 teaspoon Thyme fresh preferred
2 leaves Bay leaves remove before serving
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Optional Add-ins

2 cups Spinach or Kale chopped
1 can Tomatoes canned diced

Instructions

How to Make Hearty Vegetable Lentil Soup

In a large pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it turns translucent, releasing its delightful fragrance.
Mix in the carrots and celery, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the rinsed lentils, ensuring they’re well-coated with the onion and vegetable mixture.
Add the vegetable broth to the pot, along with the bay leaves and thyme. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for about 25-30 minutes until the lentils are tender.
Once the lentils are cooked, remove the bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Stir in a handful of spinach or kale during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Notes

Rinse lentils before cooking. Sauté onions and garlic for better flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste. Drizzle with olive oil before serving for added richness.

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