Quick Lentil Soup with Parsley and Olive Oil
Let’s face it: some nights scream for wine and silence, not chaos in the kitchen. That’s where this Quick Lentil Soup comes in. It’s vibrant, full of cozy protein, and dressed up with parsley like it actually tried today. The olive oil gives serious flavor without drama. No need to simmer your soul away—just dump, stir, and glow. This dish proves that easy doesn’t mean boring, and healthy doesn’t mean punishment. Plus, it’s 100% vegan, budget-loving, and unapologetically low-effort. Serve it hot, top it fresh, and pretend you planned this.
Quick Lentil Soup with Parsley and Olive Oil
An easy vegan soup featuring lentils, fresh parsley, and a swirl of olive oil. It’s quick, flavorful, and full of plant-based protein.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup green or brown lentils rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- Juice of ½ lemon
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley plus extra for garnish
- Extra drizzle of olive oil for topping
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in your soup pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onion until translucent—roughly 5 minutes (or until you get bored).
- Stir in garlic and cumin. Cook for 1 minute, just enough to feel fancy.
- Add lentils, vegetable broth, and water. Stir and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 20–25 minutes until lentils soften.
- Add lemon juice, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley. Stir with intention.
- Taste, adjust, and serve hot. Top with fresh parsley and that extra olive oil swirl you totally deserve.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 260
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 14g
💊 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 20%
- Folate: 35%
- Vitamin C: 10%
- Vitamin K: 25%
- Magnesium: 18%
💡 Additional Notes/Tips
- Use red lentils for a softer texture and shorter cook time.
- Add chili flakes if you need some emotional spice.
- Leftovers thicken beautifully—like your skincare goals.
- Freeze portions in jars. Future you will kiss you.
- Crusty bread makes this a whole lifestyle. You earned it. 🥖💁♀️
