Lentil Vegetable Soup Medley (Printable)

A wholesome medley of lentils and vegetables creates a satisfying, flavorful dish perfect for any season.

# What You'll Need:

→ Lentils

01 - 1 cup dried brown or green lentils, rinsed

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
04 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
05 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
06 - 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
09 - 4 cups vegetable broth
10 - 2 cups water
11 - 2 cups chopped fresh spinach or kale

→ Spices & Seasonings

12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
13 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
14 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
15 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
16 - 1 bay leaf
17 - 3/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
18 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and red bell pepper, stirring occasionally for 5 to 7 minutes until softened.
02 - Add minced garlic, ground cumin, dried thyme, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly until fragrant.
03 - Stir in potatoes, lentils, diced tomatoes with juice, vegetable broth, water, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to combine.
04 - Bring contents to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes, or until lentils and vegetables are tender.
05 - Remove the bay leaf. Incorporate chopped spinach or kale and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
06 - Ladle soup into bowls and serve hot. Optionally, pair with crusty bread.

# Tips from dashanddishes:

01 -
  • Full of protein and fiber so you stay full and energized
  • Uses affordable wholesome ingredients found in most kitchens
  • Naturally gluten free vegan and vegetarian friendly
  • Makes enough for hearty leftovers or weekly meal prep
  • Hands off cooking mostly just chop stir and simmer
02 -
  • Great source of plant protein fiber vitamins
  • Stays fresh in fridge for four days and even tastes better after the flavors mingle
  • No gluten or major allergens so most diets are welcome
  • Lentils fill you up without heaviness and their humble flavor lets spices and veggies shine
03 -
  • Always rinse lentils well before cooking to avoid grit or bitterness
  • For smoky depth do not skip smoked paprika and toast spices for best flavor
  • Taste before serving and brighten with a squeeze of fresh lemon if needed Finishing with herbs or a drizzle of olive oil brings the soup together

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