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French Lentil Soup

Hearty French Lentil Soup That's Cozy and Delicious

Enjoy this nourishing French Lentil Soup, a comforting vegan dish packed with flavors and nutrients, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creaminess
  • 1/2 cup raw cashews or sunflower seeds
  • 1/2 cup water to blend the cashews
For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or vegetable broth for oil-free
  • 1 large yellow or sweet onion or leeks
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt to taste
For Added Flavor and Nutrition
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
For the Main Ingredients
  • 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes with juices
  • 1 cup French green lentils
  • 4 cups low sodium veggie broth
  • 2 cups Swiss chard or kale chopped
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the cashews in water for 1-2 hours. Drain and blend with 1/2 cup water until smooth.
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté for 4-6 minutes.
  3. Stir in carrots and celery; cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Add ground cumin, thyme, and turmeric; stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Combine diced tomatoes, lentils, and veggie broth; bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover for 30-35 minutes.
  6. Stir in the cashew cream and Swiss chard; season with black pepper and vinegar. Cook for additional 3-5 minutes.
  7. Ladle soup into bowls and serve warm, optionally with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 12gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 6000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for 1-2 months. Reheat on the stovetop, adding broth if thickened.

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