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Lentil Spinach Soup

This delicious and nutritious spinach lentil soup recipe is perfect for any meal. It's full of flavor, yet light enough to enjoy all year round. Enjoy it for dinner or pack it for a healthy lunch.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: lentil spinach soup
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 279kcal
Author: Tanya

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1/2 cup diced carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 cup brown lentils rinsed and picked over
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 Tablespoon hot sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add the cumin and oregano.
  • Add the lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until the lentils are softened.
  • Add the spinach leaves, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 5 minutes or until spinach is wilted and soup is heated through. Stir in hot sauce.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Serve hot. Enjoy!

Notes

For a thicker soup, use less vegetable stock/broth or mash some of the lentils with a wooden spoon while they are cooking. If you want to add more protein, feel free to add in cooked diced chicken or sausage.

Nutrition

Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 1066mg | Potassium: 719mg | Fiber: 17g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 4683IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 5mg