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Hearty Vegan Lentil and Kale Soup
Savor the comfort of a warm bowl of our Hearty Vegan Lentil and Kale Soup. This nutritious medley of protein-rich green lentils and vitamin-packed kale is a delightful treat on any chilly day. The soup is brimming with flavors of robust veggies and infused with aromatic garlic, making every spoonful a symphony of taste and health. This recipe is a nod to traditional Mediterranean cuisine, where lentil-based dishes have been popular for hundreds of years.
Ingredients
- Kale
- 1 bunch, stem removed and chopped
- Green lentils
- 1 cup, rinsed
- Celery
- 2 stalks, diced
- Carrots
- 2, peeled and diced
- Garlic
- 3 cloves, minced
- Onion
- 1 large, chopped
- Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Vegetable broth
- 4 cups
- Salt
- to taste
- Black pepper
- to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until the vegetables soften and the onions turn translucent.
- Rinse the green lentils under cold water and add them to the pot.
- Pour in the vegetable broth. Increase the heat to bring the mix to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for approximately 30 minutes, or until the lentils become tender.
- Add the chopped kale to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, until the kale wilts down into the soup.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Serve the soup hot. Enjoy it as is, or pair it with a slice of crusty bread for a complete meal.
Tips
- For an added flavor dimension, you can roast the vegetables before adding them to the soup.
- Feel free to substitute the kale with spinach or other leafy greens.
Dietary Information
Servings: 6 Dish Type: Soup Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Calories: 210 Fat: 4g Carbs: 32g Protein: 12g Sodium: 500mg Sugar: 5g
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