Lentil Soup with Fresh Herbs Recipe
After a long day, nothing warms the soul quite like a bowl of homemade soup. Recently, I stumbled upon a lentil soup recipe that has become an instant family
Source: Red Recipe
Ingredients
- Red Lentils: 1 cup, rinsed. Red lentils cook quickly and create a creamy texture
- Green or Brown Lentils: ½ cup, rinsed . Adding green or brown lentils provides a
- Vegetable Broth: 8 cups. Use low sodium for better control over salt content and
- Onion: 1 large, chopped. Forms the aromatic base of the soup, adding depth and s
- Carrots: 2 medium, diced. Contribute sweetness and vibrant color, along with ess
- Celery: 2 stalks, diced. Adds a subtle savory note and aromatic complexity to th
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced. Essential for flavor, garlic enhances the savory profi
- Diced Tomatoes: 1 can, undrained. Adds acidity and richness, contributing to the
- Fresh Parsley: ½ cup, chopped. Provides a fresh, herbaceous note and vibrant gre
- Fresh Thyme: 2 tablespoons, chopped. Adds an earthy, slightly lemony flavor that
- Fresh Rosemary: 1 tablespoon, chopped . Rosemary brings a piney, aromatic depth,
- Bay Leaf: 1. Infuses a subtle, aromatic layer into the soup as it simmers; remem
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons. Used for sautéing vegetables, adding richness and help
- Salt and Black Pepper: To taste. Essential seasonings to enhance all the flavors
- Lemon Juice: 1-2 tablespoons . Adds brightness and acidity to balance the richne
- Red Pepper Flakes: ¼ teaspoon . Provides a subtle kick and warmth to the soup