Description
Lentil Minestrone is the ultimate comfort food for chilly autumn nights, featuring a hearty blend of earthy lentils, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs. This warming soup is not only delicious but also nourishing, making it ideal for cozy gatherings or meal prep. Each spoonful offers a delightful explosion of flavors that will leave you feeling satisfied and uplifted.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green lentils, rinsed
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add carrots and zucchini; cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Stir in lentils, canned tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Season with oregano, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 25–30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Stir in fresh spinach during the last 5 minutes of cooking until wilted.
- Serve hot with a drizzle of olive oil and crusty bread on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg