Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lentils
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
- Add the lentils and vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
- Stir in the lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasonings to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- This soup can be blended for a smoother texture if preferred.
- Adding greens like spinach or kale can boost nutritional content.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Lemon Lentil Soup, Healthy Soup, Vegetarian Recipe, Quick Soup