Lemon Lentil Soup: A Cozy, Comforting Recipe for All Seasons
A comforting soup made with lentils and infused with lemon, perfect for any season.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lentils
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, carrots, and garlic, and sauté until softened.
- Add the lentils, cumin, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 20-25 minutes.
- Stir in the lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- This soup can be blended for a creamy texture.
- Adjust the lemon juice to preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Lemon Lentil Soup, Soup, Comfort Food, Vegan, Healthy