Hearty Lentil & Vegetable Soup

Name: Hearty Lentil & Vegetable Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1 TBSP olive oil; 1 onion, diced; 2 carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed; 6 cups vegetable broth; 2 cups kale, chopped; 1 tsp dried thyme; Salt and pepper to taste

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This Hearty Lentil & Vegetable Soup is the ultimate comforting and nourishing meal, perfect for chilly evenings or a healthy lunch. Brown lentils simmer until tender in a rich, savory broth infused with aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions. Fresh kale is stirred in at the end, adding a pop of color and extra nutrients. This soup is deeply flavorful, incredibly filling, and packed with plant-based protein and fiber. It's a one-pot wonder that tastes even better the next day, making it ideal for weekly meal prep. Serve it with a slice of crusty bread for a complete, soul-warming dish that satisfies completely.

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A bowl of hearty lentil and vegetable soup with carrots, celery, and kale

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time40 min

Servings4 servings

Equipment

Large potCutting board

Ingredients

1 TBSP olive oil1 onion, diced2 carrots, diced2 celery stalks, diced3 garlic cloves, minced1 cup brown lentils, rinsed6 cups vegetable broth2 cups kale, chopped1 tsp dried thyme Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
2
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3
Add lentils, vegetable broth, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
4
Stir in chopped kale and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until lentils and kale are tender.
5
Season generously with salt and pepper before serving.