High-Protein Lentil Soup
A wholesome and comforting lentil soup packed with protein and fiber, perfect for nourishing the body and soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lentils (green or brown)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils under cold water and set them aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, and thyme, cooking for another minute.
- Combine the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low to let it simmer.
- Simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.
Notes
Pairs well with crusty bread or a fresh garden salad. Store leftovers in the fridge for 4-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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