Description
A hearty lentil soup packed with flavor and nutrients.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried lentils
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water.
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, cumin, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Soak lentils for faster cooking.
- Add spinach for extra greens.
- Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean