Tomato-Lentil Soup

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
28%
Tomato-Lentil Soup
50 min.
6
218kcal

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Warm up your day with a delightful bowl of Tomato-Lentil Soup, a nourishing and hearty dish that is perfect for any meal. This vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe is not only packed with flavor but also brimming with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious eaters. With just 50 minutes of preparation, you can serve this comforting soup to six people, ensuring everyone enjoys a satisfying and wholesome experience.

The combination of tender lentils, vibrant vegetables, and rich diced tomatoes creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Each spoonful is a delightful blend of textures, from the soft lentils to the crisp celery and carrots, all simmered to perfection in a fragrant broth. The addition of thyme and bay leaves infuses the soup with an aromatic depth that elevates it from a simple dish to a culinary delight.

Whether you're looking for a quick lunch, a cozy dinner, or a main course that will impress your guests, this Tomato-Lentil Soup is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. It's not just a meal; it's a celebration of wholesome ingredients that nourish both body and soul. So grab your saucepan and get ready to create a comforting bowl of goodness that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • cup onion finely chopped
  • medium stalk celery cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • medium carrots cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1 cup)
  • oz lentils dried rinsed
  • cups water 
  • teaspoons vegetable stock 
  • teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  •  bay leaves dried
  • 28 oz canned tomatoes diced organic undrained canned

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onion, celery and garlic; cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  3. Stir in remaining ingredients except tomatoes.
  4. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until lentils and vegetables are tender.
  5. Stir in tomatoes. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered about 15 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  6. Remove bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts

Calories218kcal
Protein21.96%
Fat12.37%
Carbs65.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
53.41
Glycemic Load
6.82
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.903043373771%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.13mg
Apigenin
0.2mg
Luteolin
0.25mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
5.5mg
Gallocatechin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:218kcal
10.9%
Fat:3.14g
4.83%
Saturated Fat:0.48g
3.01%
Carbohydrates:37.51g
12.5%
Net Carbohydrates:22.25g
8.09%
Sugar:8.81g
9.79%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:218.77mg
9.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.54g
25.08%
Vitamin A:3751.05IU
75.02%
Fiber:15.26g
61.06%
Folate:209.81µg
52.45%
Manganese:0.85mg
42.48%
Vitamin B1:0.46mg
30.57%
Iron:4.79mg
26.62%
Potassium:877.19mg
25.06%
Copper:0.49mg
24.57%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
24.08%
Phosphorus:231.29mg
23.13%
Vitamin C:18.07mg
21.9%
Magnesium:80.94mg
20.23%
Vitamin K:17.97µg
17.11%
Zinc:2.3mg
15.35%
Vitamin E:2.18mg
14.56%
Vitamin B3:2.87mg
14.34%
Vitamin B5:1.29mg
12.9%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.25%
Calcium:90.06mg
9.01%
Selenium:4.26µg
6.08%