Lemon Lentil Soup: The Easy Comfort Food You’ll Love
A delicious and hearty lemon lentil soup that brings comfort and flavor to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup lentils
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onions, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Stir in the lentils and cumin, and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for about 30 minutes, until the lentils are tender.
- Stir in the lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro.
- This soup can be blended for a smoother texture if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Lemon Lentil Soup, comfort food, easy recipes