Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large yellow onion
1 large carrot
5 plum tomatoes
4 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons dried tarragon
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon paprika ( Hungarian , if available )
6 cups water or 6 cups vegetable broth
2 cups brown lentils
2 bay leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons salt ( or to taste )
3 pinches fresh ground black pepper
Vegan lentil soup is a quick and easy meal that can be made with very simple ingredients at any time of the day. The soup is versatile and can be served as a side dish or the main course. The lentils make the soup filling and satisfying, while the plum tomatoes and paprika give it flavor and depth.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a pot and add onion. Cook until the onion is translucent
2.Add garlic, carrot, plum tomatoes, dried tarragon, dried thyme, and paprika to the pot.
3.Add 6 cups of water and 2 cups of brown lentils and bring to a boil.
4.Add 2 bay leaves, 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt, and 3 pinches of fresh ground black pepper then stir the contents.
5.Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until lentils are soft.
6.Enjoy your Vegan Lentil Soup in 20 minutes!

PROS

This soup is a healthy and quick meal that can be easily made with simple ingredients.

The soup is vegan and gluten-free.

CONS

Vegan Lentil soup is high in fiber which can cause bloating and flatulence in some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Brown lentils are rich sources of plant-based protein, iron, and fiber.
The soup is also low in fat and high in antioxidants and vitamins.

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