Lentil Soup Recipe
A nutritious soup made from lentils, herbs, and spices.
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Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- 2
- 3
Add Lentils and Broth
Add the brown lentils, vegetable broth, and bay leaf to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 4
Simmer the Soup
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- 5
Finish with Lemon Juice
Remove the bay leaf. Stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot.