Easy Lentil and Potato Soup
Warm, hearty, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Easy Lentil and Potato Soup is the perfect comfort meal for any day of the week. Tender lentils, creamy potatoes, and flavorful vegetables simmer together in a lightly spiced broth to create a nourishing soup that’s both satisfying and budget-friendly.
Servings: 4–6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
Ingredients
– 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed and drained
– 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 2 medium carrots, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 4 cups vegetable broth
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 bay leaf
– Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Optional Ingredients
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 1 cup chopped spinach or kale
– 1 can diced tomatoes
– ½ teaspoon turmeric
– A pinch of red pepper flakes for heat
– Fresh lemon juice for serving
Instructions
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and carrots, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the diced potatoes, lentils, cumin, paprika, and bay leaf.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and stir well.
6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
7. Cover and simmer for 30–35 minutes, or until the lentils and potatoes are tender.
8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
9. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
10. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.
Tips
– Rinse the lentils thoroughly before cooking.
– Cut the potatoes into evenly sized cubes for consistent cooking.
– For a creamier soup, blend about one-third of the soup and stir it back into the pot.
– Leftovers taste even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop.
This comforting lentil and potato soup is rich in flavor, naturally filling, and perfect for meal prep. It’s a simple homemade recipe that’s sure to become a family favorite throughout the year.