Description
Warm up with this Zesty Lemon Lentil Soup, a delightful blend of hearty lentils and zesty lemon that fills your kitchen with uplifting aromas. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you’re under the weather, this nourishing dish is quick to prepare and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a fresh salad. With its vibrant color and rich flavors, it’s no wonder this soup has become a beloved staple!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice and zest of 2 fresh lemons
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Add minced garlic, cumin, and turmeric; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in rinsed lentils and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low; simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Stir in lemon zest and juice; season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg