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Lentil Soup

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Prep 15 minutes
Cook 40 minutes
Total 55 minutes
Lentil soup is one of the simplest yet most delicious ways to get vegan protein with each 1.5 cup serving of this soup packing about 35 grams of protein. Don't be turned away by its simplicity however. This soup is full of flavor and is delicious on its own or when served with a loaf of crusty bread or a slice of garlic toast. It costs about $0.83 per serving and $5.00 for the whole recipe.
Servings 6
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Middle Eastern
Servings6

Ingredients

  • 3 cup Green Lentils
  • 2 Carrots
  • 1 Onion
  • 2 ribs Celery
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp Cumin
  • 2 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 10 cup Veggie Broth

Method

  1. Prepare Vegetables: Dice carrot, onion and celery and saute with a small amount of oil in large pot over medium-high heat until onion is translucent.
  2. Add All Ingredients: Add canned tomatoes, cumin, and Italian seasoning and stir for several seconds to combine. Add lentils and finally the veggie broth and cover pot with a lid. Simmer for 40-50 minutes until lentils are tender but not mushy.
  3. Serve: To serve, remove from heat and let cool slightly before dividing equally between four bowls. If the soup seems dry, you can add additional veggie stock to make it your desired consistency. As an optional addition, you can add margarine or butter to the finished soup to add a little more flavor. This soup is delicious on its own or served with crusty bread or garlic toast.
  4. Meal Prep Tip: This soup keeps well for up to 5 days in the refrigerator If you would like to keep it for longer, freeze the soup in a freezer bag for up to 6 months.