Need a quick and easy meal packed with flavor? Even the kiddo will love this one!
This recipe comes from Coach Patrick, and it’s a winner! His lentil soup is hearty, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Packed with protein and fiber, it’s also highly customizable—and can even be made vegetarian. Bonus: the kiddo loves this one!
The recipe makes about 6 servings and reheats beautifully. Need more? Doubling the batch is a breeze. Use the suggested add-ins to elevate the flavors and textures. Ready in under an hour and made in just one pot, it’s the perfect go-to meal.
Lentil Tip: Be sure to rinse or soak your lentils before cooking. A simple method is to toss them in a bowl of cold water, agitate the water to clean them, and let them soak. Use a large bowl with 2-3 times (or more) water than lentils for best results!
Grab your ingredients, and let’s keep it fresh, flavorful, and positively jacked!
Lentil Soup
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 50-60 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients:
Lentil Soup
- 1 cup dry green lentils (soaked or rinsed clean)
- 3 carrots chopped
- 1 onion chopped
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 7-8 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (1 large lemon)
- 4 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp allspice
- 1 tsp salt (plus more to taste)
- 2-3 tbsp olive oil
- 2-3 tbsp soy sauce
- Optional: 2 tbsp butter or ghee
Add-Ins:
- Pistachios or sunflower seeds
- Parsley
- Greek yogurt or sour cream (thin with water for consistency to drizzle)
Directions:
- Cook the Vegetables: Add 2 tbsp of olive oil to a medium to large pot and heat over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and carrots. Sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add salt, cumin, and allspice, and cook for an additional minute until the spices are toasted and fragrant.
- Add the Broth: Pour in 7 cups of broth and stir. Bring to a simmer, skimming any film from the surface as it cooks. Simmer for 30-40 minutes, until the lentils are tender.
- Blend the Soup: Remove ⅓ of the soup and blend the rest with an immersion blender until smooth. Add the reserved lentils back into the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Turn off the heat, add lemon juice, and serve. Enjoy with your choice of add-ins and a side of pita bread.
Enjoy!
This dish can be stored in the fridge for several days, making it an excellent option for meal prep. Simply reheat and enjoy a delicious, balanced meal whenever you need it!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: ~150 cal (depending on portion size and specific ingredients)
Total Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 12-15g
Protein: 10g
