Made with AI
Lentil Soup
Ingredients
4 Servings
- dried lentils1 cup
- large onion, diced1 large
- carrots, peeled and diced2 medium
- celery, diced2 stalks
- garlic, minced3 cloves
- bay leaf1 leaf
- ground cumin1 tsp
- dried thyme1/2 tsp
- vegetable broth6 cups
- saltto taste
- pepperto taste
- olive oil2 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2
Add the diced onions, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, thyme, and bay leaf. Cook for another 2 minutes, until fragrant.
- 4
Add the dried lentils and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 5
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- 6
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
- 7
Optional: Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup if a smoother consistency is desired.
- 8
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
