This Mediterranean Lentil Soup is packed with healthy ingredients like lentils, garlic, and spinach for a tasty recipe that will keep you full and satisfied.
Author:Chef mia
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
3 large carrots, chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
6 cups vegetable broth
1 cup brown lentils, rinsed
1lb red potatoes, chopped into 1” pieces
1 cup baby spinach
Instructions
In a large pot, add the olive oil, onion, carrots, and celery and sauté over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add garlic and cumin and continue to cook for 1 minute.
Add the bay leaf, thyme, vegetable broth, lentils, and red potatoes.
Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 30-35 minutes until the lentils are softened.
Just before serving, stir in spinach until wilted.
Add salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.