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Vegan Quick Lentil Soup

Emily Carter
This wholesome, vegan-friendly lentil soup brings cozy comfort, big flavor, and plant-based protein—all ready in under 40 minutes. Quick, simple, fabulous.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 230 kcal

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.