Warm, comforting, and packed with nutrients, this Hearty Vegan Lentil Soup is the perfect meal for a chilly day. Whether you're a dedicated vegan or simply looking for a nourishing plant-based dish, this recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds and keep you feeling full and satisfied.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed and drained
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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In a large soup pot, heat a bit of vegetable broth over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
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Add the carrots and celery to the pot and sauté for another 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to become tender.
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Stir in the lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, ground cumin, ground coriander, and smoked paprika. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the lentils are fully cooked and tender.
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Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can add more vegetable broth at this stage.
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Just before serving, stir in the chopped spinach or kale and let it wilt into the soup.
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Finish by adding the fresh lemon juice for a burst of flavor.
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Ladle the Hearty Vegan Lentil Soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy!