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Hearty lentil vegetable soup served in a white bowl with fresh cilantro garnish.

Vegan Lentil Soup

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Servings 8 servings
Calories 303 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery ribs chopped
  • 1 (14 oz.) can crushed or diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups dry green or brown lentils
  • 7 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 3 cups baby spinach sliced into ribbons (or kale)
  • 1 lemon juiced (about 2 tablespoons)

Instructions
 

  • Start by heating the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Toss in the onions, garlic, carrots, and celery, and cook them while stirring for about 4-5 minutes until they're soft and fragrant.
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  • Add the tomatoes with their juices, lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika. Stir everything together to mix the flavors.
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  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for about 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and the soup has thickened to your liking.
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  • Finish by stirring in the spinach and lemon juice. It will take just a minute for the spinach to wilt. Give it a taste and add salt as needed.
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Nutrition

Calories: 303kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 14gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 1898mgFiber: 18g
Keyword lentil, vegan lentil soup
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