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One-Pot Lentil Soup

A one-pot lentil soup is filling, affordable, and simple. Lentils cook quickly, making them ideal for a weeknight dinner. You can adjust the flavor with herbs and spices based on what you have.
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Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dried brown lentils rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add diced onion, carrots, and celery; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and dried thyme; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add rinsed lentils, diced tomatoes with their juice, and vegetable broth to the pot.
  • Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes or until lentils are tender.
  • Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.