Hearty Lentil and Vegetable Delight
This Hearty Lentil and Vegetable Delight is a wholesome, nutrient-packed soup that makes for the perfect comfort food any time of the year. Loaded with an array of vegetables and protein-rich lentils, this gluten-free and vegan dish is not only satisfying but also bursting with flavors and colors. It's a fantastic way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet while enjoying a bowl of deliciousness. Perfect for meal prep, it can be stored in the fridge or freezer, making it a go-to dish for busy weeknights. Explore more nutritious recipes like this on my blog, www.InnerHarmonyNutrition.com.
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
Extra virgin olive oil
1 (tablespoon)
Onion
1 (medium, chopped)
Garlic
2 (cloves, minced)
Celery
2 (stalks, sliced)
Carrots
2 (quarter and slice)
Sweet potato
1 (large, diced (about 9 oz/250 g))
Kale
2 (cups, chopped)
Paprika
2 (teaspoons)
Italian seasoning
1 (teaspoon (or 1/2 tsp dried basil and 1/2 tsp dried oregano))
French green lentils
1.5 (cups, rinsed, soaked for 2 hours and drained)
Water or vegetable soup stock
6 (cups)
Crushed tomatoes
1 (canned (15 oz/425 g))
Gluten-free tomato paste
3 (tablespoons)
Salt
1 (teaspoon)
Instructions
1
In a large pot, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
2
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
3
Add the sliced celery, quartered carrots, diced sweet potato, chopped kale, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Sauté the mixture for another 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until the vegetables begin to soften.
4
Incorporate the rinsed and soaked French green lentils into the pot, followed by the water (or vegetable soup stock), crushed tomatoes, and gluten-free tomato paste. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
5
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 25 minutes. If using a pressure cooker, cook under pressure for 7 minutes and allow for natural releasing.
6
Once cooked, stir in the salt, take a moment to infuse your dish with love, and adjust seasonings to taste before serving hot.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hearty Lentil and Vegetable Delight?
It is a wholesome, nutrient-packed soup that serves as a perfect comfort food, loaded with vegetables and protein-rich lentils.
Is this recipe suitable for vegans?
Yes, this recipe is 100% vegan.
Is this soup gluten-free?
Yes, the recipe is gluten-free, utilizing gluten-free tomato paste and naturally gluten-free ingredients.
How long do I need to soak the lentils?
The French green lentils should be rinsed and soaked for 2 hours before cooking.
Can I cook this in a pressure cooker?
Yes, you can cook it under pressure for 7 minutes and allow for a natural release.
What type of lentils are used in this recipe?
The recipe specifically calls for French green lentils.
What vegetables are included in the soup?
The soup includes onion, garlic, celery, carrots, sweet potato, and kale.
How much sweet potato is required?
You will need 1 large sweet potato, which is approximately 9 ounces or 250 grams, diced.
What spices are used for seasoning?
The recipe uses paprika and Italian seasoning (or a mix of dried basil and oregano).
How many cups of liquid are needed?
The recipe requires 6 cups of water or vegetable soup stock.
Can I substitute the Italian seasoning?
Yes, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of dried basil and 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano instead.
How long should the soup simmer on the stove?
Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat and let it simmer covered for 25 minutes.
Is this recipe good for meal prep?
Yes, it is a fantastic dish for meal prep as it can be stored in the fridge or freezer.
What type of oil is used for sautéing?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.
How many cloves of garlic are needed?
The recipe uses 2 cloves of minced garlic.
How should the carrots be prepared?
The 2 carrots should be quartered and sliced.
What kind of tomatoes are used?
One 15 oz (425 g) can of crushed tomatoes is used.
When do I add the salt?
Stir in the salt after the soup has finished cooking, just before serving.
How many cups of kale are in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of chopped kale.
How long do I sauté the onions?
Sauté the chopped onions for about 5 minutes until they are translucent and fragrant.
Is this soup considered low fat?
Yes, it is tagged as a low fat recipe.
How many stalks of celery are used?
The recipe uses 2 stalks of sliced celery.
What is the first step in making this soup?
The first step is to heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large pot and sauté the chopped onion.
Where can I find more recipes like this?
You can explore more nutritious recipes on the blog at www.InnerHarmonyNutrition.com.
How much tomato paste is used?
The recipe requires 3 tablespoons of gluten-free tomato paste.
Does the recipe require specific preparation for the garlic?
Yes, the garlic should be minced and cooked for 2 minutes after the onions.
Is this recipe categorized as a soup?
Yes, it is tagged as a soup.
What is the recommended heat setting for sautéing?
The oil and onions should be heated over medium heat.
What is the total count of ingredients?
There are 14 ingredients used in this recipe.
What final touch is suggested before serving?
The instructions suggest taking a moment to infuse the dish with love and adjusting seasonings to taste.