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Hearty Lentil Soup with Spinach

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Dive into a bowl of nourishing Lentil Soup with Spinach, brimming with wholesome ingredients and comforting flavors.

  • Total Time: 35 Minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup dried green lentils
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
  4. Add the spinach leaves and lemon juice to the pot, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the soup with your favorite herbs and spices.
  • For added protein, you can stir in cooked chicken or tofu.
  • This soup freezes well, so you can make a big batch and store leftovers for later.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 Minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1.5
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0