Wholesome Red Lentil Delight: Hearty Vegetable Soup

๐Ÿ•’30Mins | ๐ŸŒพEasy | Nutrient-Rich

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Hello Quick Meals
January 10, 2024

Hearty Vegetable Soup

Here's the recipe for the delicious and simple red lentil soup with basic vegetables. It's a perfect meal for colder days, although it's enjoyable in any weather! Along with lentils, you'll need onion, garlic, carrots, and celery, as well as some tomatoes or tomato paste. Paired with a piece of bread, it makes for a truly excellent and nutritious meal.

Reasons to enjoy this delicious dish:

Nutrient-Rich Ingredients: The red lentil soup is packed with nutrient-rich ingredients such as red lentils, carrots, celery, and tomatoes, providing a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

Protein Source: Red lentils are an excellent source of plant-based protein, making this dish suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Fiber Content: Lentils are high in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health and providing a feeling of fullness, which can be beneficial for weight management.

INGREDIENTS

  • 4 tablespoons (olive) oil

  • 2 medium-sized carrots

  • 1 small onion

  • 1 celery stalk

  • 4 cloves of garlic

  • 1 teaspoon each of basil and oregano

  • 2 teaspoons sweet paprika

  • 800 g (2 cans) peeled tomatoes or diced tomatoes (or 4 fresh tomatoes)

  • 2 bay leaves

  • 400 g red lentils

  • 2 liters vegetable broth (or water and vegetable bouillon cubes)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest (or a few drops of vinegar)

  • Parsley for garnish and freshness

INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare lentils: Before using red lentils, rinse them thoroughly under cold water and drain.

Prepare vegetables: Finely chop the onion and garlic. Slice the celery and carrots into rings, and if using fresh tomatoes, dice them.

Make the soup: In a large pot, heat two tablespoons of oil and sautรฉ the onion, celery, and carrots. Once they slightly soften, add garlic, basil, oregano, and paprika. Sautรฉ just until the garlic becomes fragrant, about a minute.

Add rinsed and drained red lentils, bay leaves, tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the pot. Cook for approximately 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender, and the lentils are cooked.

Complete the soup: Once the lentils are cooked, taste and add salt and pepper as needed. Stir in the lemon zest and mix well. Serve the soup, garnished with chopped parsley, and optionally, a sprinkle of chili flakes. Enjoy your flavorful and nutritious meal!

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