Lentil soup is a healthy meal option that is packed with lots of protein, vitamins and healthy vegetables. Serve it with a crusty bread, cornbread or a side salad.
2 T. olive oil
1 c. finely chopped onion
1/2 c. finely chopped carrot
1/2 c. finely chopped celery
2 t. kosher salt
1 lb. lentils, picked and rinsed
1 c. peeled and chopped tomatoes
2 qt. vegetable broth/stock (or chicken)
1/2 t. freshly ground coriander
1/2 t. freshly ground toasted cumin
1/2 t. freshly ground grains of paradise
Place olive oil into a large 6 qt. Dutch oven; set over medium heat. When hot, add onion, carrot, celery and salt; sweat until onions are translucent, about 6 - 7 minutes. Add lentils, tomatoes, broth/stock, coriander, cumin and grains of paradise; stir to combine. Increase heat to high; bring just to a boil; reduce heat to low; cover; cook at a low simmer until lentils are tender, about 35 - 40 minutes.
Using a stick blender, puree to desired consistency.
Serve hot.
6-8 servings.