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Lemon Lentil Soup: The Best Comfort Food You Can Make at Home

Lemon Lentil Soup

A hearty and nutritious lemon lentil soup that brings comfort and warmth to your home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup lentils
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
  4. Stir in lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, and thyme. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
  6. Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a creamier texture, blend a portion of the soup and mix it back in.
  • Add spinach or kale for extra nutrients.

Nutrition

Keywords: Lemon Lentil Soup, comfort food, healthy soup