Vegan Quick Lentil Soup
Let’s be honest—some days, you want nourishment, not a five-course circus in your kitchen. This Vegan Quick Lentil Soup swoops in like that dependable bestie with snacks, sass, and zero judgment. Packed with hearty legumes, vibrant veggies, and actual flavor (shocking, I know), this plant-based goddess bowl delivers comfort faster than your ex ran from commitment. It simmers into creamy, protein-rich magic with pantry staples, no fancy tools, and definitely no kale shaming. Serve it hot, smug, and with a side-eye at anyone who says soup isn’t a meal. Spoiler alert: they’re wrong.
Vegan Quick Lentil Soup
This wholesome, vegan-friendly lentil soup brings cozy comfort, big flavor, and plant-based protein—all ready in under 40 minutes. Quick, simple, fabulous.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 carrots chopped
- 2 celery stalks sliced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup dried brown or green lentils rinsed
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 bay leaf optional, but we love drama
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or whatever green herb makes you feel fancy
Instructions
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup dried brown or green lentils (rinsed)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 bay leaf (optional, but we love drama)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (or whatever green herb makes you feel fancy)
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 230
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 14g
💊 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 30%
- Folate: 45%
- Vitamin A: 38%
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Magnesium: 15%
💡 Additional Tips to Elevate Flavor
- Add a swirl of coconut milk if you’re feeling silky and mysterious.
- Top with chili flakes for spice that matches your energy.
- Toss in spinach at the end for green goddess vibes.
- Want smoky? Add a pinch more paprika and side-eye anyone who doubts it.
- Soup leftovers? Girl, it’s even better the next day. Like revenge, but delicious.
