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A steaming pot of hearty lentil vegetable soup with carrots, spinach, and tomatoes, perfect for meal prep.

Lentil Vegetable Soup

A hearty and nutritious lentil vegetable soup perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 large Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried rosemary
  • 1 cup Brown or green lentils rinsed
  • 6 cups Vegetable broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) Diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 cup Chopped spinach or kale
  • Salt to taste Salt
  • Black pepper to taste Black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 30-40 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
  6. Stir in the spinach or kale and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

This soup is excellent for meal prep. Divide into individual containers and refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.

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