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Lemon Lentil Soup

Lemon Lentil Soup: Quick Comfort for a Healthy Boost

A quick, healthy Lemon Lentil Soup, perfect for busy weeknights, loaded with nutrients and flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 1 stalk Celery chopped
  • 2 medium Carrots sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
For the Soup Ingredients
  • 4 cups Vegetable Stock use low-sodium if desired
  • 1 cup Red Lentils quick cooking, can substitute with brown or green lentils
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves can be omitted
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric or ginger powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin can be substituted with coriander
  • 1 each Lemon Juice & Zest essential for the recipe
For Seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Spinach/Kale optional, can substitute with any leafy green

Equipment

  • large stock pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large stock pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion, chopped celery, and sliced carrots. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Introduce minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Pour in the vegetable stock, red lentils, bay leaves, turmeric, and cumin. Stir well.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to let it simmer for 12-15 minutes until lentils are tender.
  6. Incorporate lemon juice and zest, along with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. If using, mix spinach or kale and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  8. Serve in bowls, garnishing with fresh herbs and black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop and add a splash of vegetable stock or water if needed.

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