Lentil Soup Recipe
Warm, hearty, nutritious this lentil soup recipe is everything a comforting bowl of soup should be. Made with red lentils, carrots, and leeks, it’s naturally vegetarian, low in calories, high in fiber, and incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or cozy winter evenings. Explore similar recipes like Lentil Soup RecipeD for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 liters vegetable or ham stock
- 150g red lentils
- 6 carrots, finely chopped
- 2 medium leeks, sliced (about 300g)
- Small handful of chopped parsley (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat the stock in a large pot and add the red lentils.
- Bring to a boil and let lentils soften for a few minutes.
- Add chopped carrots and sliced leeks. Season lightly (skip salt if using ham stock).
- Bring to a boil again, then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until lentils break down and soup thickens.
- Scatter chopped parsley on top and serve warm — optionally with buttered bread.
Prep & Cook Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 4
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 228
- Fat: 2g
- Saturates: 0.3g
- Carbs: 34g
- Sugars: 12g
- Fibre: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Salt: 1.4g