Lemon Lentil Soup: Easy and Nourishing Comfort in a Bowl
A delicious and healthy lemon lentil soup that provides comfort and nourishment in every bowl.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: vegan
- 1 cup lentils
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the minced garlic and spices, stirring for another minute.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and lentils. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender.
- Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Blend partially if desired for a creamier texture, then serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings based on your taste preferences.
- This soup can be made ahead and frozen for later use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Lemon Lentil Soup, healthy soup, comfort food