Best 9 Hearty Lentil Soup I Recipes

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When the weather outside is frightful, a warm, comforting bowl of hearty lentil soup hits the spot. Lentils are a great source of protein, fiber, and iron, making them a healthy and filling choice for a main course or side dish. They're also relatively inexpensive and easy to find, making them a budget-friendly option. With so many variations on this classic recipe, you're sure to find one that suits your taste.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

HEARTY LENTIL SOUP



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Served with biscuits and a salad, this soup is delicious on a chilly autumn evening. It's one of my family's favorite.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
6 cups water
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
3/4 cup dried lentils, rinsed
3/4 cup medium pearl barley
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup thinly sliced carrots
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute the celery, onion and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the water, tomatoes, lentils, barley, bouillon, oregano, rosemary and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until lentils and barley are almost tender., Add carrots; simmer for 15 minutes or until the carrots, lentils and barley are tender. Sprinkle each serving with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 643mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

HEARTY LENTIL SOUP I



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This is a cold day, stick-to-the-ribs type of soup. Serve with French bread and a good salad and you'll feel good. If, while making this soup you find it to be too thick, just add heavy cream or water to dilute.

Provided by ALMA-LOU

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups brown lentils
1 onion
2 carrots
3 leaves cabbage
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
salt to taste
1 lemon

Steps:

  • Place lentils, onion, carrots and cabbage leaves in a pressure cooker and cover with 1 1/2 inches of water and 4 tablespoons oil. Cook about 10 to 15 minutes and then cool until pressure reduces, then open.
  • In a food processor or blender, puree soup until smooth. Add cumin, black pepper, cinnamon, all spice, cloves and nutmeg. Transfer to a stock pot and return to heat. When soup is just beginning to boil, stir in onion soup mix. Simmer until thickened and then just before serving season to taste with lemon juice and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 16.5 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 325.4 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

HEARTY LENTIL SOUP (DUTCH OVEN RECIPE)



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This comforting Hearty Lentil Soup recipe is easy to make. It's prepared in a Dutch oven on the stove top and is vegan and gluten free.

Provided by Christine Rooney

Categories     Soup

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cloves garlic
1 onion
2 stalks celery
4-5 large carrots
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
1 1/4 cup brown lentils
5 cups low sodium vegetable broth
1 15 oz. can crushed tomatoes
1 tsp. sugar
1/4-1/2 tsp. kosher salt (adjust to taste)
1/4-1/2 tsp. pepper (adjust to taste)

Steps:

  • Mince 6 cloves of garlic, 1 onion (can use white, red, or yellow), and 2 stalks of celery.
  • Chop 4-5 large carrots (about 3 cups) into slices. Make sure the carrots are of uniform thickness to ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Heat cast iron Dutch oven or large soup pan and add 2 Tbsp. olive oil.
  • Add the minced garlic, onions, and celery to the pan and saute for 4-5 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add the chopped carrots along with a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Saute for 5-6 minutes, stirring often.
  • Deglaze pan with 1/4 cup of vegetable stock or water if necessary.
  • Add 1 1/4 cup brown lentils, 1 15 oz. can crushed tomatoes, 1 tsp. sugar, 4 cups vegetable stock, 1 tsp. Italian seasoning, and 1/4 tsp. kosher salt and pepper.
  • Bring soup to boil, cover, and then reduce to a simmer/low boil.
  • Cook for about 45 minutes covered. Stir the soup every so often. Check to see if lentils and carrots have softened around the 45-minute mark. Continue to cook for another 5-10 minutes if necessary.
  • Add more vegetable stock to thin the soup out if necessary.
  • Serve with a warm loaf of gluten free crusty bread (or regular bread if not gluten free) (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 kcal, ServingSize 2 cups, Carbohydrate 50 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1104 mg, Fiber 18 g, Sugar 13 g

HEARTY VEGAN LENTIL SOUP



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Filled with hearty vegetables and made in 1 pot, this vegan lentil soup is super hearty, healthy, and ready in about 45 minutes!

Provided by Julie | The Simple Veganista

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/4 cup water or 2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 - 3 carrots (about 1 cup), diced
2 celery ribs, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup (6oz.) green beans, cut into 1 inch pieces (fresh or frozen)
1 can (14oz) diced tomatoes with juices, or 2 - 3 roma tomatoes diced
1 lb. baby potatoes, diced
1 1/2 cups dried brown or green lentils
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon curry
6 cups water or low-sodium broth, + more as needed
2 handfuls of baby spinach or kale
juice of 1 lemon
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
mineral salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Saute: In large dutch oven or pot, heat water/olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic, saute for 5 minutes. Add the paprika, curry, and cumin, saute 1 minute, or until fragrant.
  • Simmer: Add the green beans, tomatoes, potatoes, lentils, and liquids, give a good stir and bring to a boil, turn heat to low, cover askew and simmer for 30 - 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add greens: 5 minutes before soup is done, stir in the greens. Add more water if needed, maybe up to 1 cup. Add lemon juice and season with salt & pepper.
  • Serve: Ladle into soup bowls and top with a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley and squeeze of lemon juice for an extra touch of brightness. Pairs great with homemade vegan cornbread, vegan naan or artisan bread.
  • Serves 6
  • Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for 4 - 5 days. store covered. To keep longer, store in the freezer in freezer-safe containers for 2 - 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Sugar 6.8 g, Sodium 274.7 mg, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 52.8 g, Fiber 10.3 g, Protein 15 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

HEARTY LENTIL SOUP



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Make and share this Hearty Lentil Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Stella8037

Categories     Lentil

Time 50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 tablespoons butter
2 large garlic cloves
1/2 large white onion, chopped
4 carrots, chopped
4 stalks celery, chipped
3 (15 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth (or, 2 cans broth, 1 can water)
2 potatoes, cubed
1 lb lentils
6 slices chopped uncooked bacon
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon crushed dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon crushed dried fennel
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter, sauté minced garlic and onion.
  • Add celery and carrot, sauté another few minutes.
  • Add broth, rinsed/drained lentils, and potatoes, bring to a boil.
  • Reduce to a simmer, add bacon and spices.
  • Cook 30-40 minutes or until lentils and potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.6, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 7.8, Sodium 127.7, Carbohydrate 22.2, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 3.1, Protein 8.6

HEARTY ITALIAN LENTIL SOUP



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You can change the recipe to suit your tastes; use your favorite jarred sauce if you don't have any homemade, or use your own family's meatball recipe!

Provided by Kristin

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup lentils
1 ⅓ quarts water, divided
⅔ cup uncooked long grain white rice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound ground beef
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons Italian bread crumbs
salt, to taste
ground black pepper, to taste
1 quart tomato sauce
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Steps:

  • Place lentils in a pot with 3 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook 20 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
  • Bring rice and 1 1/3 cup water to boil in a pot. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. In a bowl, combine the ground beef, beaten egg, garlic, 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, parsley, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper. Form ground beef mixture into 1 inch balls. Place meatballs in skillet and cook 5 minutes or until evenly brown.
  • In a large pot, bring the tomato sauce and 4 cups water to a boil. Transfer the browned meatballs to the pot. Mix in cooked lentils and rice. Return to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 60.9 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 786.6 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

HEARTY LENTIL SOUP



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Serve this zesty veggie-packed soup with thin slices of sharp Cheddar cheese and pumpernickel bread to soak up the delicious broth.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h2m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton)
1 can (12 ounces) beer or 1 1/2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth
1/2 cup dried lentils, sorted and rinsed
1 medium carrot, sliced (1/2 cup)
1 medium celery stalk, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
1 fully cooked smoked Polish sausage, about 5 inches long, thinly sliced (3 ounces)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 small dried bay leaf
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat broth, beer and lentils to boiling in 2-quart saucepan; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender but not mushy.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients except cheese. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaf. Sprinkle each serving with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 12 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 2370 mg

HEARTY LENTIL SOUP - ATK



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ATK: Lentils du Puy, sometimes called French green lentils, are ATK's first choice for this recipe, but brown, black or regular green lentils work, also. Cooking times will vary depending on the type of lentils used. It's important to note that lentils lose flavor with age (something that has never occurred to me) so it's wise to select from your freshest source. The soup can be made in advance. After adding the vinegar in step 2, cool the soup to room temperature and refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 2 days. To serve, heat it over medium-low until hot, then stir in the parsley.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Lentil

Time 45m

Yield 2 Quarts, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces (about 3 ounces)
1 large onion, chopped fine (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped medium (about 1 cup)
3 medium garlic cloves, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme leave
1 cup lentils, rinsed and picked over (do not skip rinsing and sorting)
1 teaspoon table salt
1/2 cup dry white wine
4 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Fry bacon in large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until fat is rendered and bacon is crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Add onion and carrots; cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in tomatoes, bay leaf and thyme; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in lentils, salt and pepper to taste; cover, reduce heat to medium-low and cook until vegetables are softened and lentils have darkened, 8 to 10 minutes. Uncover, increase heat to high, add wine and bring to simmer. Add chicken broth and water; bring to boil, cover partially, and reduce heat to low. Simmer until lentils are tender but still hold their shape, 30 to 35 minutes; discard bay leaf.
  • Puree 3 cups soup in blender until smooth, then return to pot; stir in vinegar and heat soup over medium-low until hot, about 5 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons parsley and serve, garnishing each bowl with some of remaining parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.6, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 4.1, Sodium 747.6, Carbohydrate 25.8, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 7.6, Protein 12.4

HEARTY VEGETABLE LENTIL SOUP



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My mother has diabetes, so I often prepare this dish for her. I wanted a hearty soup that hits the spot on cold autumn nights, so I paired the lentils with turkey bacon and a handful of spices. -Nicole Hopping, Pinole, California.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 bacon strips, chopped
1 pound red potatoes (about 3 medium), chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
4 cups chicken stock

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon in pan. Add potatoes, carrots and onion; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until carrots and onion are tender. Add garlic and seasonings; cook 1 minute longer., Add lentils and stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 30-35 minutes or until lentils and potatoes are tender. Top each serving with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 708mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 17g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use a variety of lentils for a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Soak the lentils for at least 30 minutes before cooking to reduce cooking time.
  • Add vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions to the soup for a more hearty and nutritious meal.
  • Use a flavorful broth, such as chicken or vegetable broth, to add depth of flavor to the soup.
  • Season the soup with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Serve the soup with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Conclusion:

Hearty lentil soup is a delicious, nutritious, and affordable meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover lentils, and it is also a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and satisfying soup to warm you up on a cold day, this lentil soup recipe is sure to please.

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