Description
Lentil and Potato Soup is the ultimate cozy dish for chilly nights. With tender potatoes and hearty lentils simmered in a savory broth infused with garlic and thyme, each spoonful feels like a warm embrace. This comforting soup is not only easy to make but also versatile, perfect for gatherings or a quiet night in. Serve it with crusty bread for a delightful meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils (rinsed)
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (diced)
- 2 medium carrots (chopped)
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add chopped carrots and celery; sauté for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and dried thyme, cooking until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add rinsed lentils and diced potatoes to the pot.
- Pour in vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg