Detox Lentil and Vegetable Soup Recipe
This Filling Detox Soup is a wholesome and comforting meal perfect for a January reset. Packed with nutrient-rich lentils, carrots, and aromatic onions and garlic, it offers a hearty yet light dish that supports detoxification and promotes warmth during colder months.
- Author: luca
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
Legumes
Liquids & Oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they become soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add Lentils and Vegetables: Stir in the rinsed lentils and diced carrots, mixing well to combine with the sautéed onion and garlic.
- Simmer Soup: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer gently until the lentils are tender, about 25 to 30 minutes.
- Season Soup: Lightly season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, stirring gently to incorporate the flavors evenly throughout the soup.
- Serve Warm: Ladle the finished soup into bowls and serve warm for a comforting and nutritious meal perfect for detox and nourishment.
Notes
- Rinsing lentils before cooking helps remove dust and dirt.
- Add more vegetable broth if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- For added flavor, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro.
- Adjust seasoning carefully if using low-sodium broth to control salt levels.
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