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Easy Vegan Caramelized Onion Lentil Soup

A hearty and nutritious vegan soup packed with flavor from caramelized onions and lentils, perfect for chilly days.

  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium Yellow onions, sliced
  • 1 cup Brown or green lentils, rinsed
  • 6 cups Vegetable broth, low-sodium
  • 4 Garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 large Bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-low heat.
  2. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt; stir to coat.
  3. Cook slowly, stirring every 5 minutes, until onions are deep golden brown and caramelized, about 25-30 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.
  6. Add rinsed lentils, smoked paprika, bay leaf, and vegetable broth; stir to combine.
  7. Increase heat to bring to a boil.
  8. Lower heat to maintain a simmer, partially cover, and cook until lentils are tender, about 25-30 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat, fish out bay leaf, and stir in apple cider vinegar. Taste and adjust salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use homemade vegetable broth. Ensure onions are well caramelized for the best sweetness. Add a splash of soy sauce for umami flavor.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Soups
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Vegan
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 340mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: vegan, lentil soup, caramelized onion soup, healthy soup, comfort food