A comforting, nutritious soup made with lentils, vegetables, and warm spices — perfect for quick weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 onion, diced
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2 carrots, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 cup dry brown or green lentils, rinsed
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1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
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4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
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1 bay leaf
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2 cups spinach or kale (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
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Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes.
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Add carrots and celery; cook for 5–6 minutes. Stir in garlic and spices.
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Add lentils, tomatoes, broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes.
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Stir in greens if using; cook 5 more minutes.
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Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Serve hot.