Description
Vegan Lentil Soup is a hearty, nutritious, and comforting plant-based soup packed with protein-rich lentils and vibrant vegetables, perfect for a wholesome and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
6 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, and thyme; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Add spinach or kale during the last 5 minutes of cooking for added greens.
- Spice it up with red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
- Use red or green lentils; adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Include cooked quinoa or rice for extra texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze up to 3 months.
- Reheat on stovetop or microwave until heated through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
