Description
Lentil Soup with Carrots & Celery is a heartwarming dish that’s perfect for any chilly day. This nutritious soup combines the earthy flavors of lentils with sweet carrots and crisp celery, creating a cozy experience in every bowl. It’s not just comforting; it’s also versatile and easy to make, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté onions in olive oil over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Stir in diced carrots and celery; cook until softened (4-5 minutes).
- Pour in rinsed lentils and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Add thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; reduce heat to simmer for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg