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High-Protein Vegetable Soup

Delicious High-Protein Vegetable Soup to Fuel Your Day

A comforting High-Protein Vegetable Soup packed with lentils, chickpeas, and colorful veggies for a nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6 bowls
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil adds richness and depth
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

For the Veggies

  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 2 cups kale chopped
  • 1 cup green beans trimmed
  • 1 cup frozen peas

For the Protein

  • 1 cup dried lentils rinsed
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed

For the Flavor

  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

For a Fresh Finish

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once shimmering, add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  • Stir in diced carrots, celery, and red bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  • Pour in 6 cups of vegetable broth and add rinsed lentils. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover for 15 minutes.
  • Mix in drained chickpeas and black beans, 1 teaspoon each of thyme and basil, salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
  • Add chopped kale, green beans, and frozen peas. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until veggies are tender.
  • Stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and ¼ cup of chopped parsley, mixing thoroughly.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Notes

Chop vegetables uniformly for even cooking. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Take time to sauté aromatics for rich flavor base. Customize protein options as desired. Adjust seasonings gradually and store properly for leftovers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg
Keyword comfort food, healthy soup, High-Protein Vegetable Soup, meal prep, vegetable soup, Vegetarian
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