This hearty and delicious lentil soup is an excellent choice for a first course. Packed with nutritious lentils, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, it is sure to satisfy your taste buds. Whether you need a comforting meal on a cold day or just want to enjoy a healthy and flavorful soup, this recipe is perfect for you.
Ingredients
Soup Ingredients
- Lentils βΒ 1 cup (200g)
- Carrots βΒ 2 medium (150g)
- Onion βΒ 1 medium (120g)
- Garlic Cloves βΒ 2
- Celery stalks βΒ 2
- Vegetable Broth βΒ 4 cups (1 liter)
- Bay leaves βΒ 2
- Thyme βΒ 1 teaspoon
- Olive oil βΒ 2 tablespoons
- Salt βΒ 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper βΒ 1/2 teaspoon
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Step 1
Step 1
- Rinse the lentils and set aside.
Step 2
Step 2
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until vegetables are soft.
Step 3
Step 3
- Add lentils, vegetable broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
Step 4
Step 4
- Remove bay leaves. Blend half of the soup until smooth, then return it to the pot and stir well. If you prefer a chunky soup, skip this step.
Step 5
Step 5
- Serve hot and enjoy!