Description
Vegan Lentil Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that warms you from the inside out. Packed with nutritious lentils, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices, this soup is perfect for cozy nights or meal prep. With its rich flavors and inviting aroma, it’s no wonder this recipe has become a family favorite. Easy to make and adaptable to your pantry staples, this Vegan Lentil Soup will impress your guests while nourishing your body.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 oz can diced tomatoes (fire-roasted if possible)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add 2 tbsp olive oil and sauté the diced onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until golden.
- Stir in chopped carrots and celery; cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Incorporate ground cumin and smoked paprika, allowing the spices to coat the vegetables.
- Pour in rinsed lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Fold in spinach or kale until just wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg