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High-Protein Vegetable Soup

Savory High-Protein Vegetable Soup for Cozy Nights

This High-Protein Vegetable Soup is a nourishing delight, packed with lentils, chickpeas, and vibrant veggies. Perfect for cozy nights!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Adds rich flavor
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced
  • 2 stalks Celery Diced
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper Diced
  • 2 cups Kale Chopped
  • 1 cup Green beans Trimmed and cut
  • 1 cup Frozen peas
For the Protein
  • 1 cup Dried lentils Rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained
  • 1 can Black beans Drained
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until onion is translucent.
  2. Incorporate diced carrots, celery, and red bell pepper. Sauté for another 5 minutes until vegetables soften.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth and dried lentils. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Add drained chickpeas, black beans, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in chopped kale, green beans, and frozen peas. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
  8. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with additional parsley. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 12gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This High-Protein Vegetable Soup is customizable. Feel free to swap veggies or add spices as per your taste.

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