Vegetarian Winter Lentil Soup

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are commonly used in vegetarian and vegan dishes.

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: 14.

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Vegetarian Winter Lentil Soup

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Lentils
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 stalk Celery stalks
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils under cold water.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until vegetables are softened.
4. Add tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
5. Add lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
7. Remove bay leaf and adjust seasoning if needed.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

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.