Lentil Soup Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Vegetables

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

2. 2

   Sauté the Aromatics

   In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute.

3. 3

   Add Lentils and Spices

   Stir in the lentils, cumin, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes to toast the spices.

4. 4

   Add Broth and Tomatoes

   Pour in the vegetable broth and add the canned diced tomatoes and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Simmer the Soup

   Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

6. 6

   Add Spinach

   Stir in the spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until wilted.

7. 7

   Final Adjustments

   Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.