Savory Potato and Vegetable Soup with Lentils

This Savory Potato and Vegetable Soup with Lentils is a hearty and nutritious dish that brings together the earthy flavors of lentils and a medley of vegetables. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it's both filling and wholesome, making it an ideal kosher American meal.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Potato - 1 large, peeled and diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 small, diced
• Dried lentils - 1/2 cup (90g), rinsed
• Vegetable broth - 4 cups (960ml)
• Bay leaf - 1
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped for garnish

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the diced carrot and celery to the pot, cooking for another 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
3. Stir in the diced potato, zucchini, and red bell pepper, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 25 minutes or until the lentils and vegetables are tender.
6. Remove the bay leaf, stir in the lemon juice, and adjust seasoning if needed.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.96 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, aiding in digestion.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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