Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 large potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup dried lentils (preferably green or brown)
- 8 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Optional: a splash of cream or coconut milk for richness
Instructions
- Start by heating the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent and fragrant.
- Add diced carrots, celery, and potato. Cook for about 5 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Stir in dried lentils, thyme, and rosemary. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30-35 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper. For extra richness, stir in coconut milk or cream if desired.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot in rustic bowls for a magical Narnia-inspired dining experience.
Notes
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with additional broth or water.
- Freezing: You can freeze the soup for up to 2 months for later magical meals.
- Customization: Feel free to add vegetables, roasted chicken, or tofu for a hearty or vegetarian variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fantasy
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350 ml)
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg