Description
Warm up on chilly evenings with this comforting, nutritious soup, brimming with earthy flavors and wholesome ingredients that provide a delightful hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green lentils, rinsed
- 4 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add chopped onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Combine Lentils and Broth: Add the rinsed lentils and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. Adjust as needed.
- Simmer: Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 30 minutes or until the lentils are tender but still hold their shape. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Serve: Once ready, ladle into bowls and drizzle a splash of olive oil on top if desired. Enjoy with crusty bread or your favorite crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg