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Easy Lentil Potato Soup Recipe

Easy Lentil Potato Soup Recipe
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4.7 from 12 reviews

This Easy Lentil Potato Soup is a hearty, comforting dish perfect for chilly days. Combining nutritious lentils, tender potatoes, and aromatic herbs, this soup is simple to prepare and full of flavor, making it an ideal weeknight meal or a satisfying lunch option.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 1 large carrot (3 – 4 oz), diced

Tomato & Lentils

  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce (optional)
  • 1 1/4 cups lentils (mix of green, red split, and black lentils or green lentils only)

Vegetables & Seasoning

  • 12 oz potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp thyme
  • 1/2 tsp oregano

Liquids

  • 4–5 cups water

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 1 minute until slightly translucent. Add the minced garlic and diced carrot, then cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent the garlic from burning and to soften the vegetables.
  2. Add Tomato and Lentils: Stir in the tomato paste and optional tomato sauce, cooking for 1 minute to enhance the flavors. Add the lentils to the pot and mix well to combine with the tomato base.
  3. Add Potatoes and Seasonings: Add the bite-sized potato pieces to the pot. Pour in 4 cups of water and then season with salt, black pepper, thyme, and oregano. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
  4. Cook the Soup: Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let the soup simmer for 25-35 minutes. Cook until the lentils are tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
  5. Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste the soup and add additional salt and pepper as needed. Serve the soup warm, enjoying its comforting texture and rich flavors.

Notes

  • You can use any variety of lentils such as green, red split, or black lentils according to your preference; green lentils work especially well.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, reduce the water to 4 cups or cook a little longer uncovered to thicken.
  • The tomato sauce is optional, but it adds extra depth to the flavor profile.
  • This soup stores well and tastes even better the next day; refrigerate leftovers and reheat gently.
  • For a vegan version, use vegetable oil and ensure tomato paste and sauce are vegan-friendly.

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Keywords: lentil soup, potato soup, easy soup recipe, vegan soup, healthy soup, vegetarian, comfort food

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