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šš©āš³This lentil soup recipe is so easy, comforting and good for you! Itās a perfect option for lunch, and it tastes even better the next day. š š”š”š”Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein ⦠plus this soup packs a whopping 13 grams of fiber into one serving. Itāll keep you feeling full for hours!

š„£š š„Easy Lentil Soup (Makes 6 to 8 servings) 2 tbsp olive oil⨠1 cup (150 g) finely chopped onion⨠2 carrots, chopped⨠2 celery stalks, chopped⨠3 garlic cloves, minced⨠2 tsp kosher salt⨠1 pound (500 g) lentils, rinsed⨠1 15-oz (400 g) can of chopped tomatoes⨠6 cups (1.5 L) low-sodium vegetable broth⨠½ tsp each of cumin and coriander⨠Optional: fresh lemon⨠and crumbled goat cheese Over medium heat, drizzle the olive oil in a Dutch oven or stock pot. When itās hot, add the onion, carrot and celery and cook for about 8 minutes, until the onions are soft and translucent. Add the garlic cloves and saute for about 1 minute. Next add the lentils, chopped tomatoes, broth and spices, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low, and cook until the lentils are done, about 40 minutes. You can serve as-is, or if you want a smoother consistency, use an immersion blender to puree the soup. Optional: Serve topped with a splash of fresh lemon juice and 2 tbsp of goat cheese.