Name: Mediterranean Lentil Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 small onion, diced; 2 carrots, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; ½ tsp smoked paprika; 1½ cups dried brown or green lentils, rinsed; 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes; 6 cups vegetable broth; Salt and pepper, to taste; Juice of 1 lemon; ¼ cup fresh parsley or dill, chopped; Optional: red pepper flakes, for a little kick; Whole-grain bread, for serving

Mediterranean Lentil Soup

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Comforting, vibrant, and deeply nourishing—this Mediterranean lentil soup is packed with protein, fiber, and bright flavor. With tender lentils, fresh herbs, and a splash of lemon, it’s the kind of bowl that warms you up while keeping things light and wholesome.

Author: annareynolds
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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1 tbsp olive oil

1 small onion, diced

2 carrots, chopped

2 celery stalks, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp ground cumin

½ tsp smoked paprika

1½ cups dried brown or green lentils, rinsed

1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes

6 cups vegetable broth

Salt and pepper, to taste

Juice of 1 lemon

¼ cup fresh parsley or dill, chopped

Optional: red pepper flakes, for a little kick

Whole-grain bread, for serving

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté 5–7 minutes until softened.

Stir in garlic, cumin, and paprika; cook 1 more minute.

Add lentils, diced tomatoes, and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until lentils are tender.

Season with salt and pepper. Stir in lemon juice and fresh herbs just before serving.

Serve hot with a slice of whole-grain bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 320 per serving
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 14g
Protein: 18g

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