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Absolute Best Lentil Soup

Absolute Best Lentil Soup for Heartwarming Comfort

This Absolute Best Lentil Soup is a creamy, vegan delight that warms the soul and nourishes the body.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 cup Dried Red Lentils Rinsed
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic Mince fresh or use garlic powder for shortcuts
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced
  • 1 tablespoon Curry Powder For warmth and depth
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Or use dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
For the Liquids
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Can substitute with crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Chicken or Vegetable Broth Use vegetable broth for vegan option
For the Finale
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 5 cups Baby Spinach Can substitute with kale or Swiss chard

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by peeling and dicing the carrots and yellow onion into small pieces. Mince the garlic.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced onions and carrots, sauté for about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic, curry powder, cumin, thyme, and salt. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the rinsed lentils. Pour in tomato sauce and broth. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and reduce heat.
  4. Cook for 18 to 22 minutes until lentils are tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in baby spinach. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 15gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Rinse lentils before cooking and consider blending part of the soup for a creamier texture if desired.

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