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This hearty Lentil Vegetable Soup combines fresh vegetables, fragrant herbs, and protein-rich lentils to create a comforting and nutritious meal that’s perfect for any day.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 carrots (chopped)
1 onion (chopped)
1 stalk celery (chopped)
1 teaspoon cumin (ground)
4 cloves garlic (pressed or grated)
6 cups vegetable broth
2 cans (15-ounce each) diced tomatoes
1 cup dried lentils (green or brown, uncooked, rinsed with water)
1 teaspoon thyme (dried)
1 teaspoon oregano (dried)
3/4 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper (or red pepper flakes)
5 ounces spinach (about 4 to 5 cups)

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Instructions

make flavor base Heat 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil in a large pot then add 2 carrots, 1 onion, 1 stalk celery (all coarsely chopped) and sauté on medium heat for 5 minutes stirring often.Add 1 teaspoon cumin and 4 cloves garlic (pressed or grated) and sauté for one more minute or until fragrant.
add other ingredients Add 6 cups vegetable broth, 2 cans (15-ounce each) diced tomatoes, 1 cup dried lentils, 1 teaspoon thyme, 1 teaspoon oregano, ¾ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon black pepper.Cover with a lid, bring to a boil, then crack the top open and simmer on medium-low heat for 30 minutes or until the lentils are cooked but with a slight bite. Stir occasionally.
simmer the lentils OPTIONAL STEP: If you like making an extra creamy lentil vegetable soup, blend about 2 cups of it.We do this directly in the pot with an immersion blender, but you can also do so in a standing blender.
add spinach Add 5 ounces spinach and simmer for a few more minutes until they wilt.Add more vegetable broth or water if necessary to reach your desired consistency, then taste and adjust for salt before serving.
MAKE IT A MEAL Make this a meal by serving it with fresh lemon juice on top to boost flavor. Add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and freshly ground black pepper and pair it with warm pita bread, focaccia, or a thick slice of toasted crusty bread rubbed with garlic.
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