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Close-up of vegan lentil soup in a white bowl with carrots, lentils, and herbs in the broth

Easy Vegan Lentil Soup with Vegetables & Herbs

This easy vegan lentil soup is hearty, cozy, and full of vegetables, herbs, and warm spices. It is a simple one-pot meal that is great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
rest time 0 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 224
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the soup
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 to 3 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 can diced tomatoes or chopped tomatoes 14 oz / 400 g
  • 8 cups vegetable stock 2 liters
  • 2 cups dried lentils brown or green, rinsed (380 g)
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons parsley or coriander chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 30 ml

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it starts to soften.
  2. Add the celery, carrots, garlic, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes and cook briefly until the mixture thickens slightly.
  4. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add the rinsed lentils and stir well.
  6. Cover partially and simmer for 35 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils and vegetables are tender.
  7. Stir in the chopped parsley or coriander and the lemon juice.
  8. Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 224kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 12gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 690mgPotassium: 760mgFiber: 13gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5580IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 58mgIron: 4.6mg

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Notes

  • Brown or green lentils work best because they hold their shape.
  • Add more stock or water if the soup thickens too much while simmering.
  • Finish with lemon juice at the end for the freshest flavor.
  • Parsley and cilantro both work well here.
  • For a thicker soup, blend a small portion and stir it back into the pot.

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