Description
Mediterranean Lentil and Kale Soup is a heartwarming dish perfect for chilly days. Packed with nutritious kale and hearty lentils, this soup offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures in every spoonful. The fragrant aroma of garlic and spices wafts through your kitchen, making it an inviting meal for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. Easy to prepare and customizable, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and carrots; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and thyme; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook for about 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender. Stir in chopped kale and let it wilt for about 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve warm with crusty bread if desired.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg