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Classic Lentil & Vegetable Soup

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A deeply comforting, protein-packed soup made with low-cost green or brown lentils and hearty aromatic root vegetables. Perfect with a side of crusty bread.

Cook 00:40
Yield 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Brown or green lentils, rinsed well
  • 1 large Yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 large Carrots, sliced into rounds
  • 2 stalks Celery, sliced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5oz) Diced tomatoes with juices
  • 4 cups Vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil or vegetable oil
  • To taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1
    Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery.
  3. 3
    Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the veggies start to soften.
  4. 4
    Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, and dried oregano.
  5. 5
    Stir continuously for 1 minute until highly fragrant.
  6. 6
    Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), the rinsed lentils, and the broth.
  7. 7
    Stir well to combine.
  8. 8
    Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
  9. 9
    Cover the pot with a lid and let it simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until the lentils and vegetables are completely tender . Taste the broth and season generously with salt and pepper before serving warm.
Category
Soups

Recipe Attribution

allrecipes.com
allrecipes.com/recipe/13978/lentil-soup/