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Spinach, Lentil, and Butter Bean Soup

Spinach, Lentil, and Butter Bean Soup


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  • Author: Chloe
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Description

Warm up with this nourishing Spinach, Lentil, and Butter Bean Soup, a delightful blend of wholesome ingredients that come together quickly for a comforting meal. Packed with plant-based protein from lentils and butter beans, along with nutrient-rich spinach, this vegan soup is not only delicious but also budget-friendly. The combination of spices like cumin and smoked paprika adds depth to the flavor, making it perfect for chilly evenings or as a satisfying dish to share at gatherings. With its vibrant colors and hearty texture, you’ll find this soup both fulfilling and easy to whip up any day of the week.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) butter beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp ground turmeric
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Lemon wedges (optional)


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Sauté the diced onion for 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, smoked paprika, and turmeric.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender.
  6. Add butter beans and spinach; simmer an additional 5 minutes until the spinach wilts.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
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