Lentil Broth
Prep
15 mins
Cook
45 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my go to recipes when I want something wholesome and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Red lentils are absolutely wonderful because they're packed with protein and fiber, keeping you full and energized, plus they're incredibly affordable. The whole thing comes together in just an hour, and most of that is hands off simmering time. I love how the cumin and fresh thyme transform simple vegetables into something truly comforting, and a squeeze of lemon at the end brightens everything up beautifully. It's the kind of meal that makes your kitchen smell amazing while you're barely doing any work.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 200 gred lentils
- 1200 mlvegetable broth
- 2carrots(diced)
- 2celery stalks(chopped)
- 1onion(diced)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 30 gtomato paste
- 5 mlcumin
- 10 gfresh thyme
- 30 mlolive oil
- 5 gsalt
- 2 gblack pepper
- 15 mllemon juice
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery, stirring occasionally until softened, about 5 minutes.
Tip: Soften the vegetables gently to develop their natural sweetness.
- 2
Add minced garlic and tomato paste to the pot, stirring constantly for 2 minutes until fragrant and the paste darkens slightly.
Tip: Cooking the paste helps deepen the broth's flavour.
- 3
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the rinsed red lentils, cumin, and fresh thyme. Stir well to combine.
Tip: Rinse lentils briefly to remove any dust before adding.
- 4
Bring the broth to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-35 minutes until the lentils have completely broken down and the broth is thick and creamy.
Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- 5
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness.
Tip: Taste as you season—you can always add more but cannot remove it.
- 6
Serve hot in bowls, optionally drizzling with extra olive oil and fresh herbs if desired.
Tip: This broth thickens as it cools; add more broth when reheating if needed.
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