Lentil and Vegetable Soup Recipe
Let’s be honest—some days scream “comfort me,” and this soup shows up wearing yoga pants and holding a ladle. Lentils bring protein power, veggies add all the fiber your digestive system dreams of, and it’s so cozy, even your ex’s bad energy can’t ruin it. It’s hearty without being heavy, humble without being bland, and yes, it pairs perfectly with that crusty bread you pretend not to eat. The best part? One pot, zero drama, all the flavor. Go ahead, serve this vegan masterpiece and watch your inner goddess nod in smug approval.
Lentil and Vegetable Soup Recipe
A hearty, plant-powered soup with tender lentils, vibrant vegetables, and comforting spices that turn a basic bowl into a soul-soothing experience.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 carrots sliced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 1 cup dried brown lentils rinsed
- 1 zucchini chopped
- 1 cup chopped spinach or kale
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 bay leaf
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice optional but fabulous
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat like the domestic goddess you are.
- Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for 5 minutes until your kitchen smells like actual effort.
- Add cumin, thyme, pepper, and a dramatic pinch of salt. Stir to combine and pretend you’re a TV chef.
- Toss in lentils, broth, and the bay leaf. Stir, then bring it all to a bold boil.
- Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until lentils are tender but not mushy—like your boundaries.
- Stir in zucchini and greens. Simmer 5 more minutes until veggies are soft but not sad.
- Finish with lemon juice, taste-test, and adjust seasoning like you mean it.
- Ladle into bowls, take a pic for Instagram, then eat like no one’s watching.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 230
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 13g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 22%
- Vitamin A: 60%
- Vitamin C: 30%
- Folate: 45%
- Potassium: 18%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick that screams “I’m thriving.”
- A swirl of tahini or a dash of smoked paprika takes things to the next level.
- Use French green lentils if you’re feeling fancy or low-key judgmental about mushy textures.
- This soup freezes like a dream, which is great because meal prepping is the new self-care.
