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Simple Vegan Lentil Soup

Creamy, tomato based lentil soup. Classic comfort food!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 5
Author Sam - Busy Girl Bites

Ingredients

  • 2 carrots (chopped)
  • 2 stalks celery (chopped)
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 yellow onion or shallot (diced)
  • 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 2 cups dried green lentils
  • 6 cups broth (veggie or chicken)
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tsp olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat.
  2. Add carrots, celery, garlic, and onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion and carrot are softened.
  3. Add lentils, tomato sauce, broth, and spices. Stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
  4. Bring to a simmer then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook 20-25 minutes or until lentils are softened.
  5. To thicken soup: use a few spins of an immersion blender until desired thickness is reached, OR remove 1-2 cups of soup and place in a blender (careful while the liquid is hot). Blend until smooth, then stir back into soup. Repeat until desired thickness is reached.
  6. Serve with warm bread and fresh herbs for garnish. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Meal prep tips - this soup is perfect to freeze! Just let cool in the fridge, then place in a freezer bag or other container in the freezer until ready to serve. Thaw overnight, stir and reheat in the microwave or on the stove.

Adapted from RecipeTin Eats