Description
Light Lentil Soup for Flag Day is a nourishing and comforting dish that celebrates unity and togetherness. Packed with earthy lentils, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices, this delightful soup warms both the heart and body. Perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings, it’s simple to prepare and bursting with flavors that everyone will love. Gather your loved ones and enjoy a bowl of this wholesome goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups spinach or kale, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic, cumin, and paprika; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add lentils, diced tomatoes (with juices), and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- Let the soup simmer uncovered for 30-35 minutes until lentils are tender but intact.
- Stir in spinach or kale until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg