Hearty Vegan Lentil & Vegetable Soup
This Hearty Vegan Lentil & Vegetable Soup is a warm and comforting dish that I prepare weekly during the chill of autumn and winter. Packed with nutritious lentils and a medley of vegetables, it’s not only delicious but also incredibly satisfying. Even my meat-loving husband raves about its depth of flavor! Perfect for dinner or as a filling lunch, this soup pairs beautifully with a slice of homemade bread or a fresh side salad. If you can find grains of paradise, be sure to include them for an extra layer of flavor; otherwise, regular pepper will do just fine.
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
olive oil
2 tablespoons (none)
onion
1 cup (finely chopped)
celery
1/2 cup (finely chopped)
carrot
1/2 cup (finely chopped)
salt
2 teaspoons (none)
lentils
1 lb (none)
diced tomatoes
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can (or 1 tomato diced)
low sodium vegetable broth
2 quarts (none)
coriander
1/2 teaspoon (none)
ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon (none)
grains of paradise
1/2 teaspoon (or regular pepper)
Instructions
1
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2
Once oil is hot, add the finely chopped onion, celery, and carrot along with the salt. Sauté for about 7 minutes, or until the onions become translucent and the vegetables soften.
3
Stir in the lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, coriander, cumin, and grains of paradise (or pepper). Mix well to combine all ingredients.
4
Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a vigorous boil.
5
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 40-50 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
6
For a creamier texture, use a stick blender to puree the soup to your desired consistency, or enjoy it as is.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
Hearty Vegan Lentil & Vegetable Soup
Is this soup vegan?
Yes, it is a hearty vegan and plant-based soup.
What are the primary ingredients?
The main ingredients include lentils, olive oil, onion, celery, carrot, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth.
How long should I sauté the vegetables?
Sauté the onion, celery, and carrot for about 7 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
What is the recommended amount of lentils?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of lentils.
Can I substitute grains of paradise?
Yes, if you cannot find grains of paradise, regular pepper will work just fine.
How much vegetable broth is required?
You will need 2 quarts of low sodium vegetable broth.
What spices are used in this soup?
The soup is seasoned with coriander, ground cumin, grains of paradise, and salt.
Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of canned?
Yes, you can use 1 diced fresh tomato instead of a 14.5 ounce can of diced tomatoes.
How long does the soup need to simmer?
The soup should simmer for 40-50 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
How can I make the soup creamier?
Use a stick blender to puree the soup to your desired consistency for a creamier texture.
Is this recipe suitable for winter?
Yes, it is a warm and comforting dish perfect for the chill of autumn and winter.
What should I serve with this lentil soup?
It pairs beautifully with a slice of homemade bread or a fresh side salad.
How much olive oil is needed?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
How much onion should I use?
The recipe requires 1 cup of finely chopped onion.
What is the required amount of celery?
You need 1/2 cup of finely chopped celery.
How much carrot is added to the soup?
The soup includes 1/2 cup of finely chopped carrot.
How much salt is used?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of salt.
At what heat setting should I sauté the vegetables?
Sauté the vegetables over medium heat.
Do I need to boil the soup?
Yes, bring the mixture to a vigorous boil before reducing the heat to simmer.
Is this soup a good lunch option?
Yes, it is incredibly satisfying and makes for a filling lunch.
What amount of coriander is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of coriander.
How much ground cumin is required?
Use 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin.
How much grains of paradise should I add?
The recipe suggests 1/2 teaspoon of grains of paradise.
Is the soup considered nutritious?
Yes, it is packed with nutritious lentils and a medley of vegetables.
Should the pot be covered while simmering?
Yes, cover the pot once you reduce the heat to low.
Is this recipe easy to prepare?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy dinner recipe.
What is the first step in making this soup?
The first step is to heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 11 ingredients.
Is this recipe husband-approved?
Yes, the author notes that even their meat-loving husband raves about its depth of flavor.