Our Hearty Lentil Soup Recipe

Prepare the Vegetables

Dice the carrots, celery, and onion. Mince the garlic.

Sauté the Vegetables

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they are softened.

Add Garlic

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Combine Ingredients

Add the lentils, vegetable broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Simmer the Soup

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

Add Spinach

Remove the bay leaves. Stir in the spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted.

Serve

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm in bowls, optionally garnished with a drizzle of olive oil.