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Bowl of easy lentil soup with carrots, onions, and fresh parsley on top.

Easy Lentil Soup

A simple and hearty lentil soup that's perfect for a quick meal. Packed with protein and fiber, this soup is both nutritious and delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 cup dried lentils rinsed and drained
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 carrots chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the lentils, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes or until lentils are tender.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 15gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving. You can also top with fresh parsley or cilantro.

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