Description
Red Lentil Soup with Spinach is a nourishing and flavorful dish that warms both heart and soul. This quick and easy recipe combines the earthy essence of red lentils with vibrant spinach, making it perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner. Bursting with protein and fiber, this vegetarian soup not only satisfies hunger but also supports overall health. With just under 30 minutes of your time, you can whip up a creamy yet light bowl of goodness that’s sure to energize and delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and diced carrots; cook for about five minutes until softened.
- Stir in rinsed red lentils and vegetable broth; bring to a boil then reduce to low heat.
- Simmer for about 20 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- Mix in chopped spinach and cook for an additional five minutes. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg