Description
A hearty and nutritious Scottish lentil soup recipe that combines green lentils, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- Green lentils: 1 cup (dry)
- Vegetable broth: 4 cups
- Carrots: 2 medium, diced
- Celery: 2 stalks, diced
- Onion: 1 medium, chopped
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Bay leaves: 2
- Dried thyme: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
- Pepper: to taste
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons (for sautéing)
- Fresh herbs: (like parsley or thyme) – Optional for garnish
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Prepare the vegetables by washing, peeling, and dicing them.
- Sauté the aromatics in olive oil until the onion is translucent.
- Add lentils and broth, then stir in the vegetables, bay leaves, and thyme.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-35 minutes.
- Blend or mash the soup for a smoother texture, if desired.
- Season to taste and serve, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Choose green lentils for the best texture.
- Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or spices.
- This soup can be made in advance and tastes even better the next day.
- It freezes well for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Scottish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Scottish lentil soup, healthy soup, vegetarian recipe, comfort food