Sardinian Vegan Lentil Soup
A comforting and nourishing vegan soup featuring red lentils, carrots, and aromatic spices, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups dried red lentils (about 1 pound)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil Sardinia's liquid gold
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
- 6 cups vegetable broth Use vegetable broth for a plant-based option
- 5 cups baby spinach To be added at the end
Instructions
Preparation
- Warm olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add carrots and onion, and sauté slowly until tender.
- Add garlic, curry, cumin, thyme, and salt. Stir until fragrant, about one minute.
Cooking
- Rinse lentils, then add them with tomato sauce and broth.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook gently for 20 minutes until lentils are tender.
Finishing Touches
- Remove from heat, stir in spinach, and let it wilt before serving.
- Drizzle with olive oil and a squeeze of lemon. Serve warm.
Notes
Best after resting for an hour, when flavors unite softly. Serve with rustic bread or Quick & Easy Garlic Flatbreads. Try it alongside a Fresh and Easy Detox Salad for a balanced meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 18gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 500mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5g