Description
Warm up your day with a bowl of Lemony Lentil Soup, a delightful blend of earthy lentils, zesty lemon, and fresh greens. This nutritious dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for any gathering or cozy night in, this comforting soup promises to be a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the onions and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until golden (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add the diced carrots and lentils; stir well for another minute.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Lower heat and simmer uncovered for about 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Stir in fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Fold in spinach or kale just before serving until wilted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg