Description
A vibrant and healthy lentil soup enriched with turmeric and lemon, perfect for cozy dinners and meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté onions, carrots, and celery until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add garlic, cumin, and turmeric; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in rinsed lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Let the mixture simmer for another 25 minutes or until lentils are tender but still hold their shape.
- Remove from heat and stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot in bowls alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad.
Notes
For added flavor, top the soup with fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg