Lentil Soup Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Vegetables

   Chop the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Set aside.

2. 2

   Sauté the Aromatics

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Add the garlic and sauté for an additional 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Add Lentils and Broth

   Stir in the lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Simmer the Soup

   Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

5. 5

   Add Greens

   Remove the bay leaf, and stir in the spinach or kale. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the greens are wilted.

6. 6

   Serve

   Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.