French Lentil Soup
Lentils are a staple ingredient in French cuisine, known for their versatility and nutritional value.
This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Ingredients
- 1 cup French lentils
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 2 medium Carrots
- 2 stalks Celery stalks
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Thyme
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley
- 4 wedges Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils under cold water.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes.
- Add the lentils, vegetable broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 4g7%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 3g
- 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.