Name: Comforting Green Lentil Vegetable Soup – A Hearty Plant-Based Classic
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup green lentils, rinsed; 1 onion, chopped; 2 carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes; 6 cups vegetable broth; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp thyme; 1 tsp oregano; ½ tsp ground cumin; 1–2 bay leaves; 2 cups chopped kale or spinach; Salt and black pepper to taste; Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice

Description

Hearty green lentil vegetable soup made with fresh vegetables, tomatoes, herbs, and protein-rich lentils. Perfect for healthy meal prep or a cozy plant-based dinner.

Ingredients

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1 cup green lentils, rinsed
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
6 cups vegetable broth
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp oregano
½ tsp ground cumin
1–2 bay leaves
2 cups chopped kale or spinach
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion, carrot, and celery for 5–7 minutes. Add garlic.
Stir in tomatoes, spices, and lentils. Pour in broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 30–35 minutes until lentils are tender.
Add greens and simmer 5 more minutes.
Finish with lemon juice and adjust seasoning. Serve warm.

Notes

Blend partially for a thicker texture
Add chili flakes for heat
Great for meal prep and freezing

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Soup, Dinner, Meal Prep
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegetarian, Vegan

Nutrition

Calories: ~260 per serving