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Simple Lentil & Carrot Soup

A nourishing and comforting bowl of lentil and carrot soup, packed with vegetables and flavor.

Prep
15 min
Cook
40 min
Servings
6
Level
Easy
Simple Lentil & Carrot Soup

When you need a warm hug in a bowl, this Simple Lentil & Carrot Soup is here for you. It's incredibly wholesome, budget-friendly, and comes together with everyday ingredients. Perfect for a cozy night in, it'll fill you up and make you feel good from the inside out.

Ingredients

Yield: 6 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup brown or green lentils, rinsed
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables soften, about 8-10 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. Step 3

    Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes (with their liquid), and bay leaf to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

  4. Step 4

    Remove and discard the bay leaf. Taste the soup and season generously with salt and black pepper as needed.

  5. Step 5

    If desired, for a thicker or creamier soup, you can immersion blend about 1/4 to 1/2 of the soup, or mash some of the lentils against the side of the pot. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Tips

  • Add a splash of lemon juice at the end to brighten up the flavors.
  • For extra protein, you can add diced cooked chicken or turkey.
  • This soup freezes beautifully, making it great for meal prep.

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