Vegan Lentil Soup
Warm up with this hearty vegan lentil soup, brimming with rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. It’s perfect for cozy dinners or meal prepping!
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegan
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sauté the Vegetables: In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate Lentils: Add rinsed lentils and diced tomatoes to the pot. Pour in vegetable broth until everything is submerged.
- Season It Up: Sprinkle cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper into the mixture. Stir well and let it cook for two minutes.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer gently for about 30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Add Greens: Fold in spinach or kale during the last few minutes of cooking until wilted.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and enjoy with crusty bread or your favorite crackers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini. For a creamier texture, consider adding a splash of coconut milk at the end. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days; reheat gently before serving.