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Lemon Lentil Soup: A Refreshing and Easy Comfort Recipe

Lemon Lentil Soup

This Lemon Lentil Soup is a refreshing and comforting dish that combines the zesty flavor of lemon with the nutritious benefits of lentils.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup lentils
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until the vegetables are softened.
  3. Add the garlic, cumin, and bay leaf, stirring for about a minute.
  4. Pour in the lentils and vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
  5. Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

  • For a creamier soup, blend part of the soup with an immersion blender.
  • Adjust the amount of lemon juice to suit your taste.

Nutrition

Keywords: Lemon Lentil Soup, Comfort Food, Healthy Recipe