Description
A hearty and nutritious soup made with tomatoes, basil, and lentils.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups lentils
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils under cold water.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic; sauté until soft.
- Add diced tomatoes, lentils, vegetable broth, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Blend the soup for a smoother texture, if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning to your taste.
- Add more vegetables for extra nutrition.
- This soup freezes well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Tomato Basil Lentil Soup, lentil soup, vegan soup, healthy soup