Hearty Lentil Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup brown or green lentils rinsed
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add carrots, celery, and onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add lentils, vegetable broth, thyme, and smoked paprika to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in lemon juice, if desired.
- Serve hot.
