One-Pot Lentil Soup
One-pot lentil soup ready in 30 minutes! This easy, hearty soup is packed with lentils, carrots, and potatoes—perfect for a quick, healthy meal.

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Why you’ll love this recipe
- This recipe is quick, easy, and made with simple ingredients. Lentils, onions, carrots, and potatoes come together for a comforting meal perfect for busy nights.
- It’s homemade, so you control the ingredients, making it a healthier choice. Kid-friendly and low in calories, it’s a win for the whole family.
- Make it ahead, store it, and reheat it when needed—great for meal prepping!
Expert Tips
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best taste.
- Sauté vegetables to build depth before adding stock and lentils.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving; garnish with Parmesan and olive oil.
Ingredients
Substitutions
- Dried Lentils: You can use green or brown lentils instead if you don’t have red ones. They will take longer to cook, so adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Stock: If you don’t have vegetable stock, you can use water instead. Just make sure to season the soup well with salt and pepper to enhance the flavour.
- Olive Oil: If you prefer, you can use another type of cooking oil such as vegetable oil, coconut oil, or avocado oil.
- Parmesan: If you’re vegan or don’t have parmesan cheese, you can skip it altogether or use nutritional yeast as a vegan alternative. It adds a cheesy flavour without any dairy.
- Vegetable Variations: Feel free to add other vegetables you have on hand or prefer, such as celery, bell peppers, or spinach. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly based on the vegetables you choose.
Variations
- Spicy Version: Sauté jalapeños or red pepper flakes with onions. Add cayenne or chili powder before serving.
- Coconut Curry: Swap stock for coconut milk and broth. Add curry powder, lime juice, and cilantro.
- Mushroom Twist: Sauté mushrooms with onions until golden. Add soy sauce or Worcestershire for umami.
- Herbed Version: Simmer with thyme, rosemary, or oregano. Garnish with fresh herbs for extra freshness.
- Greek Style: Stir in spinach or kale before serving. Top with feta and a squeeze of lemon.
- Smoky Option: Mix in smoked paprika or chipotle powder. Add smoked sausage or bacon if desired.
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Storage and leftovers
- Storage: Store leftovers in airtight containers.
- Refrigeration: Keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezing: Freeze in freezer-safe bags or containers for up to 3 months.
- Thawing: Defrost overnight in the fridge or reheat from frozen.
- Reheating: Warm gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
FAQs
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This worked exactly as written, thanks!
I knew I would love this because I love lentils. Easily one of my favorite soups now! SO good!
I love lentil soup and this version is seriously creamy and delicious. A family favourite!
This soup was so quick and easy to make! It was also super delicious and I’ll be making it again. Thanks!
Lentil soup is by far one of my favorites. I grew up eating lentils in South America in so many different ways. I never used Parmesan in lentil soup, but, oh my, this soup is so delicious!
We are trying to have several meatless meals during the week. Lentils are so easy to work with and super nutritious. I will give this soup a try. Sounds delicious to me.