Savory Vegetable and Lentil Soup

Savory Vegetable and Lentil Soup is a comforting midnight dish that warms the soul with its rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. Packed with nutrients, this soup is both hearty and nourishing, perfect for a late-night meal.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Green bell pepper - 1/2, diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Diced tomatoes - 400 grams (1 can)
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Brown lentils - 100 grams, rinsed
• Bay leaf - 1
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Spinach - 50 grams, fresh

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, green bell pepper, and zucchini, and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, brown lentils, bay leaf, thyme, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
6. Remove the bay leaf and stir in the fresh spinach until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 13 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from lentils.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from vegetables.
• Low in calories, making it a great weight management option.

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