Easy Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Easy Lentil Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium celery stalk, small dice; 1 medium carrot, peeled and small dice; 1/2 medium yellow onion, small dice; 3 medium garlic cloves, minced; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 quart low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes with their juices; 1 1/4 cups lentils (any color except red), rinsed; 1 bay leaf; 1/4 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar; 2 ounces spinach leaves (about 1/2 a bunch)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium celery stalk, small dice
1 medium carrot, peeled and small dice
1/2 medium yellow onion, small dice
3 medium garlic cloves, minced
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 quart low-sodium vegetable broth
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes with their juices
1 1/4 cups lentils (any color except red), rinsed
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
2 ounces spinach leaves (about 1/2 a bunch)

1
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering, about 3 minutes.
2
Add the celery, carrot, and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened, about 10 minutes.
3
Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4
Season with several generous pinches of salt and pepper.
5
Add the broth, tomatoes with their juices, lentils, bay leaf, and thyme and stir to combine.
6
Cover and bring to a simmer, about 15 minutes.
7
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and continue simmering, covered, until the lentils and vegetables are soft, about 15 minutes more.
8
Taste and season with more salt or pepper as needed, then stir in the vinegar.
9
Add the spinach and stir until wilted.
10
If you prefer a creamier texture, puree half of the soup in a blender and add it back to the pot.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 medium celery stalk, small dice, 1 medium carrot, peeled and small dice, 1/2 medium yellow onion, small dice, and more.

Yes, Easy Lentil Soup Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!