Creamy Broccoli Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Creamy Broccoli Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tbsp (22.5 mL) extra virgin olive oil; 2 tsp (10 mL) crushed garlic; 3/4 cup (85 mL) chopped onion; 1 large carrot, chopped; 1 celery stalk, chopped; 1 tbsp (15 mL) dried basil; 3 cups (750 mL) chopped broccoli (1 large head); 3/4 cup (85 mL) dried green lentils; 4 cups (1 L) low sodium chicken broth; 2 tbsp (30 mL) parmesan cheese, grated; Optional: 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 tbsp (22.5 mL) extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp (10 mL) crushed garlic
3/4 cup (85 mL) chopped onion
1 large carrot, chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
1 tbsp (15 mL) dried basil
3 cups (750 mL) chopped broccoli (1 large head)
3/4 cup (85 mL) dried green lentils
4 cups (1 L) low sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp (30 mL) parmesan cheese, grated
Optional: 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

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1. Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
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2. Add onions and garlic and saute for 3 minutes.
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3. Add the carrots, celery and basil and cook for a few more minutes until the spices coat them nicely.
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4. Add the rest of the ingredients and bring to a boil.
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5. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour covered, covered.
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6. Using a wand blender, puree till smooth. Garnish with green onions if desired.
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Makes three 2 cup (500 mL) servings. Freeze some portions for workdays on the run.

618

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 tbsp (22.5 mL) extra virgin olive oil, 2 tsp (10 mL) crushed garlic, 3/4 cup (85 mL) chopped onion, 1 large carrot, chopped, and more.

Yes, Creamy Broccoli Lentil Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Creamy Broccoli Lentil Soup

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