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Simple Lentils with Vegetables Soup
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Simple Lentil Vegetable Soup

A soft, filling soup that can be served chunky or blended smooth.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 3

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup dry lentils rinsed
  • 1 carrot chopped
  • 1 cup chopped spinach
  • 3 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add lentils, carrot, broth, and cumin to a pot.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for about 20–25 minutes, until lentils are soft.
  • Stir in spinach and olive oil.
  • Cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Serve warm.

Notes

Caregiver tip:

Blend part or all of the soup if a very soft texture is needed.

Why this helps:

This soup is soft, filling, and easy to adapt. Lentils and vegetables provide steady nourishment without requiring much chewing.