Our Hearty Lentil Soup Recipe

Soup Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Vegetables

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

2. 2

   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.

3. 3

   Add Garlic

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

4. 4

   Combine Ingredients

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

5. 5

   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.

6. 6

   Add Spinach

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

7. 7

   Serve

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