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Hearty Lentil Soup

Comforting vegan soup with tender lentils, vegetables, and warming spices.

This hearty lentil soup simmers green lentils with aromatic vegetables and spices in a savory vegetable broth until tender and flavorful.

Updated 4/25/2025
Hearty Lentil Soup

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

25 min

Total Time

35 min

Servings

4

Ingredients

  • Lentils - 200 g
  • Vegetable Broth - 800 ml
  • Garlic - 2 cloves
  • Celery - 2 stalks
  • Parsley - 2 tbsp
  • Onion - 1 pc
  • Carrots - 2 pc
  • Pepper - 0.5 tsp
  • Cumin - 1 tsp
  • Sea Salt - 1 tsp
  • Paprika - 1 tsp
  • Olive Oil - 1 tbsp

Directions

  • Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.

  • Step 2

    Sauté chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.

  • Step 3

    Stir in cumin and paprika; cook 1 minute.

  • Step 4

    Add lentils and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.

  • Step 5

    Reduce heat and simmer 25 minutes until lentils are tender.

  • Step 6

    Season with salt and pepper, stir in chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Cook's Notes

For extra richness, stir in a drizzle of olive oil before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

160
Calories
3g
Fat
28g
Carbs
8g
Protein