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Hearty One-Pot Vegetable Lentil Soup

Hearty One-Pot Vegetable Lentil Soup

A thick, comforting lentil soup packed with vegetables and pantry staples.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Budget-Friendly Meals, Comfort Food, Family Dinners, One-Pot Meals, Pantry Staple Recipes, Soups
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup dried brown or green lentils
  • 1 potato, diced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon thyme
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and carrots; cook until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic, cumin, and thyme.
  4. Add lentils, potato, and broth.
  5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 30–35 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

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