There’s nothing like a comforting, healthy, and hot bowl of soup during the cold months of winter and lentil soup is one of my favourite recipes to make. I’ve been meaning to share this recipe because is my go-to and I’m sure you’ll love it. I particularly love the protein content, the practicality of one-pot meals, and the ease of just warming it up on days I don’t have time to cook. I usually make one big pot and then freeze individual portions in glass containers for future meals; because if there’s one thing I’ve learned that keeps me sane and allows me to multitask as a professional, single mom, and individual, is getting organized and planning ahead, and a freezer full of homemade meals and snacks ready to thaw when needed is KEY!
So here’s what you need to make this delicious, healthy, and high-protein soup to help you stay warm and cozy this Winter:
. 3 cups of lentils.
. 12 cups of water, plus 3 more.
. 1 tbsp salt.
. 1 red pepper, chopped.
. 1 tbsp. butter or coconut oil.
. 1 onion (medium-large sized).
. About 4 garlic cloves, minced.
. 2 celery stalks, chopped.
. 2 green onion stalks, thinly sliced.
. 1 large carrot, diced.
. 1 zucchini (diced, optional).
. Cilantro (to garnish, optional).
. Salt and pepper to taste.
* You can add more veggies if you like so, like sweet potatoes (make sure you put these at the beginning), spinach (add at the end), or anything you fancy!
