Description
Warm up with a delightful bowl of Scottish Lentil Soup! This hearty and nourishing dish is perfect for chilly evenings or whenever you crave a cozy meal. Packed with earthy lentils, vibrant vegetables, and fragrant herbs, each spoonful offers a satisfying blend of flavors that will comfort your soul. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet night in or hosting family and friends, this soup is easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste buds. With minimal prep time and wholesome ingredients, it’s the ultimate warming dish that brings everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils (dried)
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Chop the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic into small pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the onion and garlic; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the diced carrots and chopped celery; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Remove bay leaves; season with dried thyme, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with optional fresh parsley or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg