Description
Lentil and Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings. This hearty soup combines earthy lentils and creamy potatoes, creating a delightful blend of flavors that warms both the body and soul. Easy to prepare with just a handful of ingredients, it’s a wholesome dish that everyone will love. Whether you enjoy it as a quick weeknight meal or as a centerpiece for entertaining, each spoonful will bring you back to those cherished moments around the table.
Ingredients
- 1 cup green or brown lentils (rinsed)
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 large carrot (diced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your vegetables by washing, peeling, and dicing the potatoes and carrots.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in the lentils, diced potatoes, and carrots until well combined.
- Pour in the vegetable broth along with cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If desired, use an immersion blender for a creamier texture before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg