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Hearty Vegan Lentil Soup

Hearty Vegan Lentil Soup: Your Soul-Warming Comfort Food

Hearty Vegan Lentil Soup is a nourishing, gluten-free dish packed with protein-rich lentils and vibrant vegetables, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 cup Lentils Use green or brown lentils.
  • 1 medium Onion Sauté until translucent.
  • 2 medium Carrots Can substitute with sweet potatoes.
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 2 cloves Garlic Can be omitted or replaced with garlic powder.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Green Beans Can substitute with frozen vegetable mixes.
  • 1 can Tomatoes Canned or fresh.
  • 1 medium Potatoes Can substitute with butternut squash.
  • 2 cups Greens (spinach/kale) Add at the end.
For Flavor Boosters
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Use low-sodium for a healthier choice.
  • 1 teaspoon Spices (paprika, cumin, curry powder) Can substitute with Italian seasoning.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice For a zesty kick.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat water or olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic; sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
  2. Stir in paprika, cumin, and curry powder. Sauté for an additional minute.
  3. Add green beans, diced tomatoes, chopped potatoes, lentils, and vegetable broth. Stir and bring to a boil.
  4. Lower the heat, cover the pot askew, and let it simmer for 30 to 35 minutes until lentils and potatoes are tender.
  5. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, mix in spinach or kale. Adjust consistency with water if needed and finish with lemon juice.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley, alongside cornbread or artisan bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with fresh herbs for extra flavor.

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