Hearty Vegetarian Lentil Soup

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are often used as a meat substitute in vegetarian and vegan dishes.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Hearty Vegetarian Lentil Soup

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: International Courses: Lunch, Soup, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Lentils
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 stalk Celery stalks
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 2 leaf Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils and set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until vegetables are tender.
3. Add lentils, vegetable broth, tomatoes, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are cooked.
4. Remove bay leaves and serve hot. Garnish with fresh parsley.
5. Enjoy your hearty vegetarian lentil soup!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.