This lentil soup with spinach is a nutritious and filling dish that combines the earthy flavors of lentils with the freshness of spinach. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
The recipe is simple and can be made in one pot, making cleanup easy. You can customize it by adding other vegetables or spices to enhance the flavor.
Easy Lentil Soup with Spinach Recipe
This soup features tender lentils simmered with onions, carrots, and garlic, finished with fresh spinach for a burst of color and nutrients. The recipe takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and carrots, and sauté until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add Lentils and Broth: Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- Stir in Spinach: Once the lentils are cooked, stir in the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted.
- Finish and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lemon juice if desired. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if you like.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 bowls
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
This recipe is part of my 39 Easy Healthy Family Dinner Ideas. Just click that link to see all the amazing options!
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