Lemon Lentil Soup: The Best Cozy Recipe for Healthy Comfort
A delicious, hearty lemon lentil soup that’s perfect for a cozy meal. This recipe is packed with nutrition and comfort.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 cup lentils, rinsed
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 lemon, juiced
- salt and pepper to taste
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Stir in the garlic, cumin, and coriander; cook for 1 minute.
- Add the lentils and broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Stir in the lemon juice; season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- For added creaminess, blend a portion of the soup if desired.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 7 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 12 grams
- Protein: 13 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Lemon Lentil Soup, Healthy Soup, Comfort Food