Best Lentil Soup

Name: Best Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion (chopped); 4 medium carrots (chopped (2 cups)); 2 celery stalks (chopped); 6 small or 3 large kale leaves (stems finely diced, leaves chopped (8 cups)); Heaping ½ teaspoon ground cumin; 1½ teaspoons sea salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 4 garlic cloves (grated); 1 (14-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes; ¾ cup dry green lentils (rinsed); 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 12 fresh thyme sprigs (bundled); 6 cups vegetable broth; ½ cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish); Red pepper flakes; Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving, optional)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:45min

This easy lentil soup recipe is healthy and delicious, filled with fresh veggies, herbs, and spices. Serve it with crusty bread for a simple weeknight meal! Skip the cheese to make this recipe vegan.

Updated at: Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:16:01 GMT