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Hearty Lentil Soup

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A simple, one-pot lentil soup packed with vegetables and flavor. This vegan and high-protein recipe is perfect for a healthy and filling meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup brown or green lentils, rinsed
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup chopped spinach
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Add garlic, cumin, thyme, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and bay leaf.
  4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
  5. Remove the bay leaf. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

  • This soup is great for meal planning and can be made ahead.
  • For a thicker soup, mash some of the lentils against the side of the pot.
  • Add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice at the end for brightness.

Nutrition

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