Weeknight Lentil Soup with fresh herbs

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups low-sodium broth
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 1/2 cups brown or green lentils, rinsed
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/3 cup chopped parsley, cilantro, or basil

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Cook onion, carrot, and celery until softened, 6–8 minutes; add garlic for 30 seconds.
2. Add the lentils, tomatoes, broth, and cumin, scraping the pot well.
3. Bring to a boil, reduce to a steady simmer, and cook until the lentils are tender.
4. For chunky soups, keep the texture intact. Add noodles/pasta late enough that they do not overcook.
5. Prepare the fresh herbs separately if needed, adjust seasoning, garnish, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Chef's Notes

Tip: Customize seasonings to taste. Always verify ingredient labels if you have allergies.

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