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Wholesome Lentil Soup Recipe Easy Homemade Vegetable Broth Soup

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A comforting and hearty lentil soup made with simple vegetables and homemade or store-bought vegetable broth. This easy recipe is perfect for a nourishing meal any day of the week.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (200 g) brown or green lentils, rinsed
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 6 cups (1.4 liters) vegetable broth, preferably homemade or low-sodium store-bought
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, added at the end
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and drain 1 cup (200 g) of lentils under cold running water using a fine mesh sieve. Set aside to drain. (5 minutes)
  2. Dice 2 medium carrots, chop 2 celery stalks, finely dice 1 large yellow onion, and mince 3 garlic cloves. (10 minutes)
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant, about 7 to 8 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring constantly. (8-10 minutes)
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 bay leaf, and 1 teaspoon dried thyme. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Add rinsed lentils and 6 cups (1.4 liters) vegetable broth. Stir and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer gently. (5 minutes to boil, then simmer)
  6. Simmer soup for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Lentils should be tender but not mushy, and vegetables soft. Add extra broth or water if soup thickens too much. (30–35 minutes)
  7. Remove bay leaf. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir in 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

For a creamier texture, blend about a third of the soup and stir it back in before serving. Adding a dollop of plain yogurt or coconut cream can also add creaminess. Use low-sodium broth to control salt levels. Soup freezes well for up to 3 months. Add lemon juice at the end to brighten flavors.

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