Delicious and Hearty Lentil Soup
This lentil soup is flavorful with plenty of veggies and lentils to give you a delicious and nutrient-dense meal. Perfect for a quick and filling meal when you are feeling lazy or in a rush. Just throw all the ingredients in a pot and wait for it to be done!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Active Time25 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Soup
Keyword: lentils, onion, potato, vegetables
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1/2 onion, minced
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 celery, chopped
- 1 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 tsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp vegetable or no-chicken boiullon Could substitute for vegetable stock
- 2 russet potatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup dried green lentils
- 5 cups water
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- chopped parsley garnish, optional
In a large pot, add the oil and heat at medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook until the onions begin to turn brown.
Add the chopped celery and carrot. Cook and mix until it softens slightly.
Add the tomato paste and no-chicken bouillon and mix. Dump the potatoes and lentils in and immediately add the water. Cover and let cook until lentils are cooked. Add more water if neccessary.
Once cooked, feel free to season the soup with dried basil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and chopped parsley. Enjoy hot!