Hearty Lentil Soup

Name: Hearty Lentil Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 10.2 half 1 tablespoon olive oil; 6.2 l 1 onion, chopped; 10.3 oz 2 carrots, chopped; 9.6 cup 2 celery stalks, chopped; 5.4 mg 2 cloves garlic, minced; 6.1 tsp 1 teaspoon cumin; 3.9 quarter 1/2 teaspoon coriander; 9.2 pinch 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika; 5.9 l 1 cup brown or green lentils, rinsed; 6.9 to taste 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained; 7.1 drop 6 cups vegetable broth; 2.7 ml 1 bay leaf; 8.8 dash Salt and pepper to taste; 7 mg 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 3.3 quarter 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

By Mario Weaver

November 15, 2025

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This is a flavorful and hearty lentil soup, perfect for a chilly evening. The combination of vegetables, herbs, and spices creates a rich and satisfying meal. Feel free to adjust the spices to your liking. Serve with a crusty bread for dipping. This recipe is easily customizable, you can add different vegetables like diced sweet potatoes or spinach. For a richer flavor, use chicken or vegetable broth instead of water. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving to brighten the flavors. This soup is a great source of protein and fiber, making it a healthy and delicious option for lunch or dinner. Enjoy!

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil - 10.2 half
1 onion, chopped - 6.2 l
2 carrots, chopped - 10.3 oz
2 celery stalks, chopped - 9.6 cup
2 cloves garlic, minced - 5.4 mg
1 teaspoon cumin - 6.1 tsp
1/2 teaspoon coriander - 3.9 quarter
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika - 9.2 pinch
1 cup brown or green lentils, rinsed - 5.9 l
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained - 6.9 to taste

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 2

Add minced garlic, cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until lentils are tender.

Step 4

Remove bay leaf and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 5

If desired, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup for a creamier texture.

Step 6

Stir in chopped parsley and lemon juice (if using).

Step 7

Serve hot, garnished with a dollop of yogurt or a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

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