Description
A quick and comforting lentil soup that showcases earthy flavors and nutritious ingredients, perfect for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup red lentils
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion, carrots, and celery over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the red lentils, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes (if using).
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor. Experiment with spices for new flavor profiles. For a creamier texture, consider pureeing a portion of the soup.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg