High Protein Lentil Soup
This high-protein lentil soup is a hearty and nutritious meal packed with vegetables and savory broth. It's a simple and comforting dish perfect for any time of year.
Equipment
- Large pot
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup celery, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 bag dried lentils
- 4 quarts water
- 1 bay leaf
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, celery, and carrots. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Sauté until softened.
- Grate or mince two cloves of garlic and add to the pot. Cook for one minute until fragrant.
- Rinse the lentils thoroughly and set aside.
- Pour the water into the pot, then add the lentils. Stir well.
- Add the bay leaf and remaining whole garlic clove. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–35 minutes until lentils are soft and tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
Feel free to adjust salt and pepper to your taste. You can also use vegetable or regular chicken broth if bone broth is not available.