Quick Lentil Soup
A warm, hearty one-pot lentil soup that's ready in 25 minutes. Red lentils dissolve slightly for a creamy texture while holding their shape just enough to feel substantial.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 218
- Protein
- 15g
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Ingredients
- 1 cup red lentils
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic, stir, until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- 2
Add lentils, broth, and tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium.
- 3
Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until lentils are soft and soup thickens slightly. Stir occasionally.
- 4
Stir in lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (3-quart minimum)
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups
- knife
- cutting board
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