What's the best way to store leftover Lentil Vegetable Soup?

Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. This soup also freezes well for longer storage.

Can I add other vegetables to this lentil soup?

Yes, feel free to add other quick-cooking vegetables like diced celery with the carrots, or frozen peas during the last few minutes of simmering.

When should I add the pasta to this soup?

If you're including pasta, add the macaroni or small pasta shapes during the last 10 minutes of the lentil simmering time, ensuring it cooks through without becoming mushy.

How can I adjust the seasoning of this soup?

The recipe calls for 3/4 teaspoon sea salt; taste and adjust at the end. You can also garnish with fresh basil or your favorite herbs for an extra flavor boost.

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Lentil Vegetable Soup
[Vegan]

CB By: Christina Bedetta

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A rustic bowl of steaming vegan lentil vegetable soup, garnished with fresh basil, showing tender green lentils, diced carrots, and spinach.

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This lentil vegetable soup is absolutely incredible. In addition to flavor, it is packed with protein, iron, and fiber from the lentils, powerful antioxidants such as vitamin A from the carrots, and various healing properties from the spices such as cumin, coriander, and garlic.

Ingredients You Need for Lentil Vegetable Soup [Vegan]

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion, diced
4 medium carrots, diced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 cup dry green (French) lentils
4-6 cups vegetable broth or water
1 cup macaroni or small pasta shapes of choice, optional
1 cup fresh chopped spinach or kale
3/4 teaspoon sea salt
Fresh basil or favorite herbs to garnish

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How to Prepare Lentil Vegetable Soup [Vegan]

Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add garlic, onion, carrots, and spices, and sauté 10 to 15 minutes, until softened.
Add in lentils and broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for about 45 minutes, or until lentils are fully cooked and tender. You may add pasta in the last 10 minutes of cooking, if desired.
At this point, you may stir in your spinach and season with sea salt. Allow to simmer for about 2 minutes more, then remove from heat and serve.