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lentil soup in a bowl

Mediterranean Lentil Soup

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  • Author: Liz Thomson
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 10 cups 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This Mediterranean Lentil Soup is packed with healthy ingredients like lentils, garlic, and spinach for a tasty recipe that will keep you full and satisfied! On the blog, I’m sharing this yummy recipe, along with tips to help you stay healthy during this winter season.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 3 large carrots, chopped
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed
  • 1lb red potatoes, chopped into 1” pieces
  • 1 cup baby spinach

Instructions

  1. In a large In a large pot, add the olive oil, onion, carrots, and celery and sauté over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently.
  2. Add garlic and cumin and continue to cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add the bay leaf, thyme, vegetable broth, lentils, and red potatoes.
  4. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 30-35 minutes until the lentils are softened.
  5. Just before serving, stir in spinach until wilted.
  6. Add salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately