Description
Light Lentil Soup for Flag Day is a heartwarming dish perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. This flavorful soup combines earthy lentils, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, creating a delightful experience that warms the soul. Quick to prepare and versatile, it’s a dish that brings loved ones together, making it ideal for celebrating traditions or simply enjoying good food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse lentils until water runs clear. Chop all vegetables.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add garlic, carrots, celery, cumin, and coriander; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in lentils and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes until lentils are tender but not mushy.
- Stir in fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg