Best Lentil Soup
Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are rich in fiber, iron, and folate.
This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Lentils
- 4 cup Vegetable broth
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 medium Carrot
- 2 stalk Celery stalk
- 3 clove Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 leaf Bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrot, celery, and minced garlic. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add tomato paste, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Add lentils and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
- Remove bay leaves and stir in lemon juice.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 12g24%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.