Description
Warm up your chilly evenings with Lemony Lentil Soup, a comforting bowl of vibrant green lentils simmered in a zesty broth. Bursting with bright flavors and aromatic spices, this easy-to-make soup is the perfect remedy for gloomy days. Each spoonful offers a delightful tang from fresh lemon juice, creating a heartwarming experience that’s sure to chase away the blues. Ideal for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this soup not only nourishes the body but also warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green lentils
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and thyme; cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add rinsed lentils and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 25-30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest just before serving. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs or paprika if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg