Simple Lentil Soup
A warm, earthy lentil soup ready in under 30 minutes. Red lentils break down into a creamy base while carrots and aromatics build depth—no cream needed.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 215
- Protein
- 13g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium. Add diced onion and carrot, stir occasionally until softened, 5 minutes.
Step 2
Add red lentils and vegetable broth. Stir once, bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until lentils break down and soup thickens, 15 minutes.
Step 4
Taste and adjust with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- wooden spoon or ladle
- cutting board
- knife
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